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ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 20,374 people · New Jersey

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ0211001
Violations
72

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
PFOA
0.007 µg/L0.004 µg/LOver Limit

EPA Violation History

6

Violations (last 5yr)

1

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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: February 1, 2025 – February 12, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to issue ongoing public notification

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

When: October 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

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

When: April 9, 2024 – July 5, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

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

When: April 8, 2024 – July 5, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

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

When: October 17, 2023 – July 5, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

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

When: April 8, 2022 – July 5, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT

Is ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT water safe to drink?

ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 72 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT detected?

69 contaminants were tested in ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?

Yes, ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT has 72 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 12 are health-based violations.

How many people does ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT serve?

ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT serves approximately 20,374 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Elmwood Park Boro-0211.

What type of water does ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT provide?

ELMWOOD PARK 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 NJ0211001.

How does ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?

ELMWOOD PARK WATER DEPT 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

Elmwood Park Boro-0211