Water Quality in SALEM CITY, NJ (08079)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08079.

226

Total Violations

49

Health-Based

177

Monitoring / Reporting

222

Resolved

What does this mean?

222 of 226 violations have been resolved. 49 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 177 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 44 Population served: 10,120

Violations Detail (226 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 10, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 10, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 10, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 10, 2025ActiveN/A
Radium-226MonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedIncreased risk of cancer
Combined UraniumMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)MonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)MonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and UMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(18)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 10Active

Radium-226

03

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Uranium

03

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Uranium

03

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-226

03

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-228

03

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-228

03

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 10Resolved

2024(45)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Radium-226

03

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Jun 30Resolved

Radium-228

03

Jun 30Resolved

Radium-228

03

Jun 30Resolved

Radium-228

03

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Uranium

03

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Uranium

03

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Uranium

03

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Radium-226

03

Jun 30Resolved

Radium-226

03

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

53

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

53

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 10Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SALEM CITY (08079) has 226 recorded violations, including 49 health-based. 4 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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