Water Quality in Colts Neck, NJ (08501)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08501.
Active Health Violations
4 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,364
Population
30
Water Systems
156
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (30)
Nj American Water - Coastal North
All resolvedNj American Water - Western
All resolvedTrenton Water Works
3 health-basedGrdn St Pkwy Seaville Servarea
Nj American Water - Mount Holly
Evesham Mua
Mt Laurel Twp Mua
All resolvedAqua Nj - Hamilton Square
Imlaystown Elementary School
Kiddie Academy Of Upper Freehold
Phills Ii
All resolvedWhite Birch Farm - Barn 3
All resolvedHorse Park Of New Jersey
Clarksburg General Store
Allentown Caging Equipme
1 health-basedAllentown Caging Equipment
All resolvedWhite Birch Farm - Main Well
All resolvedUpper Freehold Regional School
Roy'S Deli & Market
All resolvedPrinceton Nurseries
Kube-Pak Corporation
Phill'S Ii
Imlaystown School
Schooltime Learning Center
The Pork Roll Store
All resolvedWhite Birch Farm - Barn #6
All resolvedWhite Birch Farm - Barn #10
All resolvedOlde Tavern Plaza
Amoco Service Station #60759
Drialos Tavern
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Colts Neck (08501) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 156.
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
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
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.