B65/100
MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,613 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NJ1518004
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFHxS | 0.011 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 460.00 µg/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: July 1, 2021 – September 2, 2021Rule: Stage 2 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 MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN
Is MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN water safe to drink?
MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN water receives a grade of B (65/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, 3 exceed EPA legal limits. 4 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN detected?
66 contaminants were tested in MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFHxS, PFOA, chlorate. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN have any EPA violations?
Yes, MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN serve?
MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN serves approximately 15,613 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Manchester Twp.-1518.
What type of water does MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN provide?
MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ1518004.
How does MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
MANCHESTER TWP WATER UTILITY - WESTERN scores 65/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.