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RED BANK WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 12,520 people · New Jersey

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NJ1340001
Violations
165

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
PFOA
0.006 µg/L0.004 µg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
< 0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 29, 2022 – November 5, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 29, 2021 – December 5, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2021 – July 17, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to issue ongoing public notification

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2021 – June 16, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 RED BANK WATER DEPT

Is RED BANK WATER DEPT water safe to drink?

RED BANK WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 165 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has RED BANK WATER DEPT detected?

69 contaminants were tested in RED BANK WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does RED BANK WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?

Yes, RED BANK WATER DEPT has 165 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.

How many people does RED BANK WATER DEPT serve?

RED BANK WATER DEPT serves approximately 12,520 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 3 communities: Fair Haven Boro-1313, Red Bank Boro-1340, Little Silver Boro-1323.

What type of water does RED BANK WATER DEPT provide?

RED BANK WATER DEPT 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 NJ1340001.

How does RED BANK WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?

RED BANK WATER DEPT scores 0/100 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.

Cities Served

Fair Haven Boro-1313Red Bank Boro-1340Little Silver Boro-1323