C56/100
HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,000 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ1207001
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.48 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – June 2, 2022Rule: Ground Water 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 HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT
Is HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT water safe to drink?
HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 9 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT detected?
70 contaminants were tested in HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT serve?
HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT serves approximately 14,000 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Highland Park Boro-1207.
What type of water does HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT provide?
HIGHLAND PARK W 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 NJ1207001.
How does HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
HIGHLAND PARK W DEPT scores 56/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.