B71/100
WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,427 people · New Jersey
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
NJ0512001
Violations
26
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT
Is WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR.
How many people does WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT serve?
WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT serves approximately 4,427 people, New Jersey. The system provides water to 1 community: West Cape May Boro-0512.
What type of water does WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT provide?
WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NJ0512001.
How does WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in New Jersey?
WEST CAPE MAY WATER DEPT 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.