Water Quality in Colts Neck, NJ (07747)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07747.
Active Health Violations
6 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.
32,330
Population
38
Water Systems
57
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (38)
Nj American Water - Coastal North
All resolvedMiddlesex Water Company
All resolvedOld Bridge Mua
New Brunswick W Dept
All resolvedPerth Amboy Water Department
1 health-basedEast Brunswick Water Utility
1 health-basedSouth Brunswick Twp W Di
1 health-basedSayreville W Dept
All resolvedAberdeen Twp Mua
Matawan Borough Water De
1 health-basedAberdeen - Cliffwood/Cliffwood Beach
2 health-basedAberdeen- High School/Oakshade Area
T/A Pine Grove Day Camp
Colts Neck Racquet Club
Aberdeen - Freneau
All resolvedEmery Manor Nursing Home
Emery Manor Nursing Home
Robbies Lounge
Sunoco Food Mart
Pacers Bar And Grill
Stress Care Of New Jersey
John H Glenn Elementary School
Virgil I Grissom
Jonas Salk Elementary School
Emery Manor Nursing Home
Madison Twp High School
Memorial Elementary School
Alan B Sheppard Elementary Sch
William A Miller Elementary Sc
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elem Schoo
Walter M Schirra Jr Elem Schoo
Madison Park Elementary School
M Scott Carpenter Elementary S
Southwood Elementary School
Carl Sandburg Elementary Schoo
Alzo Inc.
Mielnik Yonker Inc
Cheesequake Elementary School
Contaminants 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?
Colts Neck (07747) 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
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.