C58/100
EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,900 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ0803001
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT
Is EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT water receives a grade of C (58/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 19 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT serve?
EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT serves approximately 9,900 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: East Greenwich Twp.-0803.
What type of water does EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT provide?
EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT 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 NJ0803001.
How does EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
EAST GREENWICH TWP WATER DEPT scores 58/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.