A81/100
FOREST LAKES WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,410 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NJ1904003
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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 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: January 1, 2023 – February 15, 2023Rule: Stage 1 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 FOREST LAKES WATER
Is FOREST LAKES WATER water safe to drink?
FOREST LAKES WATER water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FOREST LAKES WATER detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FOREST LAKES WATER's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does FOREST LAKES WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, FOREST LAKES WATER has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does FOREST LAKES WATER serve?
FOREST LAKES WATER serves approximately 1,410 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Byram Twp.-1904.
What type of water does FOREST LAKES WATER provide?
FOREST LAKES WATER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ1904003.
How does FOREST LAKES WATER compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
FOREST LAKES WATER scores 81/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.