Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (07865)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07865.
Active Health Violations
2 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 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,825
Population
29
Water Systems
29
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (29)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
Southeast Morris County Mua
All resolvedThe Multi Learning Cente
Aqua Nj - Phillipsburg
All resolvedHackettstown Mua
All resolvedMansfield Twp Elementary
Mansfield Elementary School
Mansfield Twp Municipal Comple
Camp Bernie
Abundant Life Community Church
Beisler Camp Retreat
Beisler Cmping&Retreat
Borealis Compounds, Inc.
All resolvedCross Roads Camp And Retreat Center
Cliffdale Park
Colorado Mining Co
Borealis Compounds, Llc
Comcast Cable Vision
Mansfield Baptist Church
Mansfield Twp Fire Co #1
All resolvedYusen Logistics
1 health-basedAnderson United Methodist Church
Fitness Empire
Nj Roy Inc
Tri-County Fire Company
Circle Serv Sta
Flexco Microwave Inc
1 health-basedNational Guard Armory
Colorado Minks Co
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
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 (07865) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 29.
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.