F0/100
GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,460 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NJ0414001
Violations
90
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 453.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
1,4-dioxane | 1.10 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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: October 1, 2021 – December 15, 2021Rule: 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 GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT
Is GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT water safe to drink?
GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 90 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate, 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT has 90 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT serve?
GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT serves approximately 12,460 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Gloucester City-0414.
What type of water does GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT provide?
GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ0414001.
How does GLOUCESTER CITY W DEPT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
GLOUCESTER CITY W 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.