C47/100
PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 24,136 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
NJ0231001
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 260.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 WC LODI WD
Is PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD water safe to drink?
PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 23 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD have any EPA violations?
Yes, PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD serve?
PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD serves approximately 24,136 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Lodi Boro-0231.
What type of water does PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD provide?
PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD 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 NJ0231001.
How does PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
PASSAIC VALLEY WC LODI WD scores 47/100 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.