Water Quality in Trenton, NJ (08520)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08520.
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 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
29,504
Population
46
Water Systems
95
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (46)
Trenton Water Works
3 health-basedAqua Nj - Hamilton Square
East Windsor Mua
1 health-basedHightstown Water Department
All resolvedHost Marriot & Sunoco Station
Kittatinny Environ Education C
Burger King #1921
Nl Industries R&D Center
New Egypt Speedway
Hi-Town Realty Co. Inc.
Princeton Rd Professiona
Crestfield Acres Mobile
Elementis Specialities Inc
Highstown American Legion #148
Princeton Windsor Office
All resolvedProdelin Inc
2nd Pentecostal Church
Jewish Community Center
Nj Credit Union League
Kyle Family Farm
Anoco
Etra Lake Park
All resolvedCedarville Estates
Alliance Homes
Crest Engineering Assoc
A D'Amico & Sons Inc
Ibew #827
John Realmuto
H&H Appliance Center
Princeton Rd Professional Buil
Nativity Of Our Lord Parish
Ward Street Garage
American Legion Post 148
Amoco Garage
Exxon
Jimmy Halls Lakeview Inn
M & M Rest Home
Allure Hair And Nail Studio
Volvo East
Sunoco
Capellas
Over Billy'S Inc
Princeton Rd Dental Cent
Dr.Jay'S
Burroughs Hardwood
Hights Farm Equipment Co
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.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2023
How Does This Compare?
Trenton (08520) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 95.
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.
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.