Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (07838)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07838.
Active Health Violations
5 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 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,727
Population
47
Water Systems
56
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (47)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
Aqua Nj - Phillipsburg
All resolvedHackettstown Mua
All resolvedIndependence Community C
Great Meadows Middle
Liberty Elementary School
Independence Centralschool
Island Dragway
Nykuns Store & Bar
Herbies Drive-In
Pep & Walts
Burd'S Country Auction
Township Of Liberty
3 health-basedAshland Chemical Co
The Lodge @ Mountain Lake
Valentinos
Eds Tavern
Jeans Meat Market
Felixs Tavern
Independence Recreation Comple
2 health-basedSouthland Chem Corp
J P Kellys
Stage Dolls
Parks Place
Gp Pub And Sub
Casa Gennaro
Villa Venice
Independence Twp. Mun. Bldg.
Independence Twp Fire Department
Rogers John E Inc
Kck Catering
Independence Twp Fire Dept
Signature Care Home @Great Meadows
All resolvedBlanche & Wilbur L
Meadowview Inn
Herbies Drive-In
Rogers Transfer Inc
Hulse Boarding Home
Felixs Tavern
Elaine Hajouji
Wilson Heating & Cooling
Island Dragway Snack Bar
Liberty Township School
Resort Land Inn Inc
Central School
Nykuns Store
Sunny Days Child Care
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Short Hills (07838) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 56.
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.
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.