Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (08559)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08559.
Active Health Violations
2 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,836
Population
24
Water Systems
40
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
The Multi Learning Cente
Bulls Island - Picnic
All resolvedStockton Water Department
1 health-basedBulls Island - Well #1
Lake And Shore Rv Resort 0504370
All resolvedHacklebarney State Park
Round Top
All resolvedCarousel Deli & Bakery
State Of Nj Bulls Is Rec Area
Il Rustico
State Of Nj Bulls Island Rec A
Bulls Island State Park
State Of Nj Bulls Is Rec Area
Bulls Island State Park
Bulls Island State Park
Dillys Corner Inc
All resolvedOrlandos Cafe
1 health-basedBulls Island - Well #2
Dominos Pizza
All resolvedPine Creek
Voorhees State Park
Kingwood Farm Llc
Federal Twist Vineyard Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Short Hills (08559) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 40.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.