D20/100
LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,500 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ0232001
Violations
56
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT
Is LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of D (20/100), which is considered poor. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 56 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT has 56 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 LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 20,500 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Lyndhurst Twp-0232.
What type of water does LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
LYNDHURST 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 NJ0232001.
How does LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
LYNDHURST WATER DEPARTMENT scores 20/100 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.