Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (08809)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08809.
Active Health Violations
19 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,703
Population
49
Water Systems
75
Violations (5yr)
19
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (49)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
The Multi Learning Cente
Clinton W Dept
State Of Nj Spruce Run Recreat
1 health-basedHunterdon State School
Edna Mahan Correctional
All resolvedMobil/7-Eleven
17 health-basedClinton W Dept Country H
Clinton Station Diner
All resolvedLouises Diner
Muller Toyota
South Ridge Community Church
All resolvedCars Auto Body
N J Stateroon Dralley Recreati
Uniongap Station Restaur
South Ridge Community Church
Nj State Spruce Round Rec
Riley & Jake'S Restaurant & Bar
All resolvedRitas
1 health-basedN J Stateroundvalley Rec
N J State Sprucerun Recreation
Red Horse Shoppes
Beaver Brook Country Clu
Weathercock Farms Restau
Whirlybird Snack Bar
Camelot At Spruce Ridge
West Bay Village
Dogwood Drive Realty Llc
All resolvedToyota World Of Clinton
All resolvedNj Water Supply Auth
Nj Water Supply Auth
All resolvedAntler Inn
Voorhees State Park
Voorhees State Park
Gebhardt & Kiefer Law Of
Johns Restaurat Inc
Clinton J C Company Inc
Washington Driving Range
Clinton Point Inn
Hilltop Fuel Company
Centrum Construction Corp
Keithline Inc
Spruce Run Rec Area-Camp
The Mountainview Inn Chalet
Poniatowski Bro. Mach. C
Powerco
Clinton Sunset Inn
Country Grill
Johnnys Truck Stop
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Short Hills (08809) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 75.
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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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.