Water Quality in Rio Grande, NJ (08246)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08246.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
57
Population
19
Water Systems
31
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Wildwood City Water Department
All resolvedNj American Water - Ocean City
Avalon Water And Sewerage Utilities
Cape May Water & Sewer U
1 health-basedStone Harbor Water Dept
All resolvedSeashore Line Camper Res
Seashore Line Camper Res
Little Oaks Campground
Jersey Shore Haven Cg-Pu
South Seaville Camp
South Seaville Food Store
Jersey Shore Haven Cg-Su
The Learning Garden @ S. Seaville Umc
Gem Market
Jersey Shore Airstream Haven
S. Seaville Adult Traini
Little Oaks Campground
Gregory'S Seafood Restr
S.Seaville Adult Trainin
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Rio Grande (08246) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 31.
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
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.