F0/100
ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,153 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NJ1436003
Violations
153
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.012 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 2, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Violation related to Turbidity
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 ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE
Is ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE water safe to drink?
ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 153 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE have any EPA violations?
Yes, ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE has 153 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE serve?
ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE serves approximately 5,153 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Roxbury Twp.-1436.
What type of water does ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE provide?
ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ1436003.
How does ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
ROXBURY TWP W DEPT-SHORE 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.