D38/100
HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 52,000 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ0905001
Violations
43
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 13, 2021Enforcement: 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 HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY
Is HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY water safe to drink?
HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY water receives a grade of D (38/100), which is considered poor. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 43 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY has 43 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY serve?
HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY serves approximately 52,000 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Hoboken City-0905.
What type of water does HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY provide?
HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY 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 NJ0905001.
How does HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
HOBOKEN WATER UTILITY scores 38/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.