Water Quality in Rio Grande, NJ (08260)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08260.
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 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,959
Population
17
Water Systems
35
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
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 resolvedWest Wildwood W Dept
Terra Nonno Winery
All resolvedDad Place
Two Mile Inn Restaurant
North Wildwood Marina
Marmora Texaco
Claudios Pizza Kitchen
All resolvedTwo Mile
Champion Motel
Layton Country Store
Ocen View Plaza-Condos Acd
Fat Albert'S Lunch
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Rio Grande (08260) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 35.
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.