Water Quality in JACKSON, NJ (08527)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08527.

217

Total Violations

55

Health-Based

162

Monitoring / Reporting

197

Resolved

What does this mean?

197 of 217 violations have been resolved. 55 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 162 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 142 Population served: 69,372

Violations Detail (217 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 27, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 10, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(10)

Public Notice

75

Aug 27Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

May 9Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

May 9Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 10Active

2024(61)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 20Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Nov 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Oct 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Active

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Aug 4Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jul 10Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Jun 30Active

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 1Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 10Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jan 10Resolved

How Does This Compare?

JACKSON (08527) has 217 recorded violations, including 55 health-based. 20 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

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

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.

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