Water Quality in Trenton, NJ (08628)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08628.
Active Health Violations
3 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.
9,831
Population
25
Water Systems
98
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (25)
Trenton Water Works
3 health-basedAqua Nj - Hamilton Square
Trenton Psychiatric Hosp
Katzenbach School For De
N.J. Manufactures Ins. C
Landwehrs Restaurant Cocktail
Landwehrs Restaurant
Nj State Dept Of Correct
Nestore Petrangeli Bar And Gri
Revere Restaurant
All resolvedClub 88 Bar
Ewing Ymca
Nj State Police Barracks - Hope
All resolvedNj State Police Barracks A
All resolvedNj State Police/Edgewater Park
State Police-Washington
State Police-Washington
Pennington Office Park-A
Hopewell Valley Ind Park
Island Beach State Park
State Police Rescue Schl
Nj State Police Barracks Augusta
All resolvedHopewell Valley Ind #2
Mercer Co Airport-Contrl
Nj St.Police/Lk Hopat.Ma
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
How Does This Compare?
Trenton (08628) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 98.
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.