Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (08807)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08807.
Active Health Violations
6 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.
39,560
Population
44
Water Systems
40
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (44)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
Franklin Township Dept Of Public Works
1 health-basedSouth Brunswick Twp W Di
1 health-basedHoward Johnsons
Howard Johnsons Restaura
Seven-Eleven Store
Green Knoll Grille
Fraternal Order Of Eagle - Picnic Area
3 health-basedMotel Desoto
All Weather Tennis Inc
Super Car Wash
All resolvedCenter Club
Somerville Lumber Co
Bridgewater Senior Citizens Center
Red Bull Motel, Alt #2
National Starch
Top O'Th' Hill Inc
Red Bull Motel, Alt #1
National Refrigerant, Inc.
1 health-basedTop Of The Hill
Bpoe #1068
Top Corner Sports Llc
Falcone Pizza
Circle Green Lower
Simon'S Inn
Bridgewater Inn
All resolvedLehman Home Park
Soup & Such
American Diabetes Assoc
Rosie'S Deli
Country Hills Vol Fire
Grand Rental Station - Line X
Circle Green Upper
Gibson Tube Inc.
Photonics Management
Somerville Lodge Of Elks
Fraternal Order Of Eagle
Lott Testa Partnership
Somerset Veterinarian Gp
Foothills Deli
Cedar Crest Motel
Sandwich Shack
Somerville Inn/Evelyn'S
Stadium Auto & Truck
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Short Hills (08807) 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.