Water Quality in Atlantic City, NJ (08205)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08205.
Active Health Violations
8 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
28,877
Population
24
Water Systems
71
Violations (5yr)
8
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Atlantic City Mua
1 health-basedNj American Water - Atlantic County
Stockton University Main Campus
All resolvedSeaview Hotel
4 health-basedVeterans Memorial Pk @ Glenn By The Bay
Atlantic Community Charter School
The Rams Head Inn
Romanellis Cafe
All resolvedPine Needle Park
Shady Pines Camping Resort
All resolvedGalloway Twp Bd Of Ed - Oceanville Learn
La Hacienda
Smithville Professional Center
2 health-basedBlue Heron Pines East Golf Club
Gensollens Night Club
10 West Bar & Grill
Mcgettigans 19 Hole Bar
Stockton University- Barlow Athletic
Free To Be Preschool
Days Of Old
Galloway Elks Lodge 2845
All resolvedSwan Lake Resort
1 health-basedErma Camp Meeting
Chef'S Food And Deli Outlet
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.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2021
How Does This Compare?
Atlantic City (08205) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 71.
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.