D36/100
ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,504 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ1312001
Violations
49
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT
Is ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT water receives a grade of D (36/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 49 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT has 49 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT serve?
ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT serves approximately 2,504 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Englishtown Boro-1312.
What type of water does ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT provide?
ENGLISHTOWN 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 NJ1312001.
How does ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT scores 36/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.