B71/100
SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,000 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NJ1528001
Violations
21
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2021 – June 15, 2022Rule: 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 SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART
Is SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART water safe to drink?
SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, RPT, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART serve?
SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART serves approximately 15,000 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: Ship Bottom Boro-1528.
What type of water does SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART provide?
SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ1528001.
How does SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
SHIP BOTTOM WATER DEPART scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our New Jersey state page for a full comparison of water systems.