C49/100
MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 40,150 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ0713001
Violations
39
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Public notification violation
When: January 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – August 30, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 30, 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 MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU
Is MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU water safe to drink?
MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU have any EPA violations?
Yes, MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, Other, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU serve?
MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU serves approximately 40,150 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Montclair Town-0713.
What type of water does MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU provide?
MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU 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 NJ0713001.
How does MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
MONTCLAIR WATER BUREAU scores 49/100 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.