D20/100
PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,132 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ1615003
Violations
45
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – September 15, 2023Enforcement: 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 PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST
Is PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST water safe to drink?
PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST water receives a grade of D (20/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 45 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST have any EPA violations?
Yes, PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST has 45 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST serve?
PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST serves approximately 1,132 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: West Milford Twp.-1615.
What type of water does PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST provide?
PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST 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 NJ1615003.
How does PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
PASSAIC VALLEY W C HIGH CREST scores 20/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.