F0/100
MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,084 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ1329001
Violations
158
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Public notification violation
When: July 1, 2022 – December 31, 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 MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE
Is MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE water safe to drink?
MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 158 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE detected?
51 contaminants were tested in MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE have any EPA violations?
Yes, MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE has 158 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include TT, MR, RPT. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE serve?
MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE serves approximately 9,084 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 4 communities: Old Bridge Twp.-1209, Marlboro Twp.-1328, Matawan Boro-1329, Aberdeen Twp-1330.
What type of water does MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE provide?
MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE 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 NJ1329001.
How does MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
MATAWAN BOROUGH WATER DE 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.