F0/100

FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 8,846 people · New Jersey

Water Source
Groundwater
County
System ID
NJ1411001
Violations
139

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
PFOA
0.013 µg/L0.004 µg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
0.003 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

6

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: 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: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: 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: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: 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: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: 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: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring violation

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

When: January 11, 2022 – February 1, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT

Is FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT water safe to drink?

FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 139 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT detected?

31 contaminants were tested in FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?

Yes, FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT has 139 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, RPT, Other.

How many people does FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT serve?

FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT serves approximately 8,846 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Florham Park Boro-1411.

What type of water does FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT provide?

FLORHAM PARK WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ1411001.

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

FLORHAM 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.

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