Water Quality in COLUMBIA, NJ (07832)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07832.

231

Total Violations

37

Health-Based

194

Monitoring / Reporting

220

Resolved

What does this mean?

220 of 231 violations have been resolved. 37 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 194 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: 58 Population served: 4,945

Violations Detail (231 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 29, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 29, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 10, 2024ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 10, 2024ActiveN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(1)

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

2024(10)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Active

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

COLUMBIA (07832) has 231 recorded violations, including 37 health-based. 11 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

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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