Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (07970)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 07970.
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.
215
Population
22
Water Systems
32
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
Southeast Morris County Mua
All resolvedHarbor Hills Day Camp- Art House
1 health-basedHarbor Hills Day Camp- Bathrooms
All resolvedHarbor Hills Day Camp- Pavillion
1 health-basedPowdermill Lodge
Cherry Lane Mobile Home Park
All resolvedHarbor Hills Day Camp
Keystone Apt Llc
Crestwood Mhp
All resolvedPlaza 415 Condo Association
Short Mountain Village Mhp
West Oaks Tennis Club
The Twilight
Mt Freedom Mobil
Gen Douglas Macarthur Inst
Mt Freedom Golf Club
Curt'S Sunoco
P & N Liquors
Ollies Sunoco
Ackermans Hotel Inc
The Spot
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Short Hills (07970) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 32.
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.