F18/100
RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 27,300 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ2013001
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.41 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 290.00 µg/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, 2021 – July 14, 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 RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT
Is RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (18/100), which is considered failing. 1 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 RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
70 contaminants were tested in RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 27,300 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Rahway City-2013.
What type of water does RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NJ2013001.
How does RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT scores 18/100 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.