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DEPTFORD TWP MUA — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 30,561 people · New Jersey

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
NJ0802001
Violations
184

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: November 1, 2022 – November 15, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway

Understanding violation severity

Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly

Frequently Asked Questions About DEPTFORD TWP MUA

Is DEPTFORD TWP MUA water safe to drink?

DEPTFORD TWP MUA water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 184 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has DEPTFORD TWP MUA detected?

69 contaminants were tested in DEPTFORD TWP MUA's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does DEPTFORD TWP MUA have any EPA violations?

Yes, DEPTFORD TWP MUA has 184 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.

How many people does DEPTFORD TWP MUA serve?

DEPTFORD TWP MUA serves approximately 30,561 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Deptford Twp.-0802.

What type of water does DEPTFORD TWP MUA provide?

DEPTFORD TWP MUA sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NJ0802001.

How does DEPTFORD TWP MUA compare to other utilities in New Jersey?

DEPTFORD TWP MUA scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Deptford Twp.-0802