F0/100
GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 30,487 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
NJ0221001
Violations
63
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 290.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Violation related to Turbidity
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 GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT
Is GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 63 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT has 63 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 30,487 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Garfield City-0221.
What type of water does GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT 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 NJ0221001.
How does GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT 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.