Water Quality in Clifton, NJ (07009)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07009.
Active Health Violations
12 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
13,535
Population
13
Water Systems
99
Violations (5yr)
12
Health-Based
Location
Loading map...
Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
Passaic Valley Water Commission
1 health-basedNewark Water Department
1 health-basedNj American Water - Short Hills
East Orange Water Commission
Township Of Wayne
All resolvedBloomfield Water Department
3 health-basedMontclair Water Bureau
1 health-basedBelleville Water Dept
3 health-basedCedar Grove Water Dept
3 health-basedT/A Nyoda
Kobe Resturant
Essex County Environmental Ctr
Fun Time Kids Academy 2
All resolvedContaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Clifton (07009) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 99.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.