C40/100
NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,000 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ0715001
Violations
29
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to complete routine monitoring
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 1, 2024 – August 31, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
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: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 18, 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 NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP
Is NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP water safe to drink?
NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP water receives a grade of C (40/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 29 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP detected?
31 contaminants were tested in NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP has 29 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, RPT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP serve?
NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP serves approximately 6,000 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: North Caldwell Boro-0715.
What type of water does NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP provide?
NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP 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 NJ0715001.
How does NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
NORTH CALDWELL WATER DEP scores 40/100 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.