Water Quality in SUSSEX, NJ (07461)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07461.

318

Total Violations

89

Health-Based

229

Monitoring / Reporting

298

Resolved

What does this mean?

298 of 318 violations have been resolved. 89 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 229 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.

Water systems: 111 Population served: 29,223

Violations Detail (318 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 10, 2025ActiveN/A
ChloriteHealth-BasedN/A1283Aug 31, 2025ResolvedAnemia; nervous system effects in infants and young children
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 14, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 14, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 10, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 10, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 6, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 6, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 6, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(23)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Sep 10Active

Chlorite

02

Aug 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 14Active

E. COLI

34

Jul 14Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jun 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jun 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jun 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Jun 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 15Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 15Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 10Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jan 23Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jan 23Resolved

2024(99)

Chlorine

27

Dec 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

59

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Dec 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Dec 25Resolved

E. COLI

34

Dec 25Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE

03

Jun 30Resolved

ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Jun 1Active

Public Notice

75

May 9Active

TTHM

35

Apr 7Active

TTHM

35

Apr 7Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Feb 21Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Feb 21Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Feb 21Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 29Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SUSSEX (07461) has 318 recorded violations, including 89 health-based. 20 remain 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.

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.

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