Water Quality in EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ (07073)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07073.
62
Total Violations
17
Health-Based
45
Monitoring / Reporting
61
Resolved
What does this mean?
61 of 62 violations have been resolved. 17 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 45 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (62 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 9, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 9, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 13, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 13, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 13, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 13, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 13, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 6, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 6, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
2022(9)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Groundwater Rule
48
Groundwater Rule
48
Groundwater Rule
48
Groundwater Rule
48
How Does This Compare?
EAST RUTHERFORD (07073) has 62 recorded violations, including 17 health-based. 1 remains unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.