Water Quality in West Orange, NJ (08034)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08034.
Active Health Violations
3 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
20,901
Population
33
Water Systems
59
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (33)
The Manor
Nj American Water - Western
All resolvedMerchantville Pennsauken
All resolvedCity Of Camden
2 health-basedAqua Nj - Blackwood
Winslow Twp Dmu
All resolvedNj American Water - Washington/Oxford
All resolvedNj American Water - Itc
Nj American Water - Belvidere
Nj American Water - West Jersey
New Brooklyn Campground
Holiday House-Nj Turnpike
Nj American Water - Mansfield
Camp Inawendqwin
T/A Camp Hilltop
Hanover Plaza/Domino'S Pizza
Camp Sacajawea-Kitchen
1 health-basedCherry Hill Amer Lit Lea
Amco Paper Box Co Inc
Dr Paul Batastini/Denta
Alan Ebert
Thomas Decou Hilltop Orchards
Serdi Bros
Shell Oil Co Mart
Dr Batastini Office
T/A Lake Of The Four Fountains
Baskin Robbins 31 Flavors
Winslow Professional Ctr
Commerce Bank
Camp Sacajawea - Mohawk Lodge
Ryder Community Leasing
Commerce Bank
Camp Hilltop
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
West Orange (08034) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 59.
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.