Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (07866)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07866.
Past Health-Based Violations
5 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 52 monitoring/reporting violations.
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.
22,663
Population
51
Water Systems
57
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (51)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
Southeast Morris County Mua
All resolvedRockaway Sales Co. Hackettstow
K:D. Malone School
Camp Winnebago
Katherine D Mallone Sch
All resolved7-11 Store 46
Camp Winnebago Dining Hall
Camp Lewis
1 health-basedSun Rise Nursery School
Heritage Woodland Llc
Camp Marcella For Blind Childr
Greenpond Golf Club
Tom Andersen
Green Pond Golf Club
Rockaway Twp Garage
Camp Hudsonia
Egberts Lake Campground
Mcwilliams Forge Company Inc
2 health-basedLa Montagne
Flying Dutchman
Hindu Swayamsevaksangh-Usa (Hss)
All resolvedCamp Lewis
Green Bond Dental Associates
Tony'S Famous Pizzeria
1 health-basedLake Ames Recreation
Weight Trimmers Rest
Camp Lewis-Upper Camp
1 health-basedAbenat Day School
Cko Boxing
All resolvedRockaway Twp Bd Of Ed -Adm Bl
Radiation Technology Inc
Rays Inn
All resolvedSavour Plaza
All resolvedCamp Winnebago South-End
Thomas Anderson
Radiation Technology
Mountainside Deli
All resolvedCamp White Meadow
Egbert'S Lake Campground
Camp Hudsonia C/O M Pete
Marcellas Chapel-Cemetry
Watchung Area Council Bs
Mili Lane Tavern Inc
Ro Lo Systems Inc
A P Ann Inc
Carter Savings & Loan Associat
Manley Inc
Lake Telemark Tavern
Bob'S Fun Factory
Opticase Inc
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.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2023
How Does This Compare?
Short Hills (07866) 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
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.