B78/100
NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,420 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NJ0318002
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 23, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD
Is NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD water safe to drink?
NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD detected?
1 contaminants were tested in NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD have any EPA violations?
Yes, NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD serve?
NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD serves approximately 2,420 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Mansfield Twp.-0318.
What type of water does NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD provide?
NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ0318002.
How does NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
NJ AMERICAN WATER - HOMESTEAD scores 78/100 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.