Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (07405)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07405.
Active Health Violations
8 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
17,983
Population
57
Water Systems
57
Violations (5yr)
8
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (57)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
Southeast Morris County Mua
All resolvedButler Water Dept
2 health-basedFayson Lakes Water Company Inc
Kinnelon Water Dept
3 health-basedKinnelon High School
Community Church Of Smoke Rise
Westbrook School
Maple Road School
Our Lady Of The Magnificat
1 health-basedCamp Brae Bank
Camp Pine Crest
Camp Vacamas Assn Of Nj Inc
Shady Lake Property Owne
St David Episcopal Church
All resolvedYmca Of Jersey City
Calamity Jane
J & B Automotive Inc
Willow Lake Day Camp&Rec Cente
St Josephs School
Apple Montessori Schools
Smoke Rise Village Inn
Town Tavern Country Inn
Camp Ocawasin
Community Church Of Smoke Rise
Country Wine & Liquors
All resolvedWonder Lake Properties I
2 health-basedGeorges Bar&Grill
Mclaughlins
Marion'S Luncheonette
Our Lady Of The Magnificat
Apple Montessori School
Mountain Rest Tavern
Hooch Hut
Wise Owl Learning Center
All resolvedSmoke Rise Village Inn
All resolvedReformed Church In Kinnelon
Kinnelon Real Estate
All resolvedHiggins Optical Building
Boonton Avenue Ball Fields
All resolvedForest Hill Park
Kinnelon Methodist Church
Fiesta Hut
Hopatcong Boro Water Dept-Rand St
Heritage Reformed Congregation Of Nj
Reformed Church
Municipal Building
Boro Of Kinnelon Municipal Com
Floyds Bar&Grill
Jensara Partners
Smoke Rise Gulf Station
Joseph Francis Inc
Smoke Rise Service
Frawleys Service Station
Maggies Dockside
St Davids Episcopal Church
West Milford High School
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
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?
Short Hills (07405) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 57.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.