F17/100
PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,392 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ0239001
Violations
41
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 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 PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON
Is PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON water safe to drink?
PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON water receives a grade of F (17/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 41 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON has 41 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON serve?
PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON serves approximately 15,392 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: North Arlington Boro-0239.
What type of water does PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON provide?
PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON 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 NJ0239001.
How does PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
PVWC-NORTH ARLINGTON scores 17/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.