Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (08844)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08844.
Active Health Violations
7 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.
44,463
Population
20
Water Systems
38
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
Franklin Township Dept Of Public Works
1 health-basedSouth Brunswick Twp W Di
1 health-basedHillsborough Board Of Education
Applied Water Management
Hillsborough Medical Building
All resolvedPetrocks Bar & Grille
Hillsborough Center
Roycefield Swim Club
5 health-basedSouth Branch Reformed Ch
Humble House Complex
Hillsborough Twp Mun Bld
Inn At Westbrook
Applied Water Mgt Carriage Far
Ka Middlebury Mobile Home Park
All resolvedDuke Farms Foundation
Betar Inc
Ama Pizza
Community Gardens Well
Childrens Workshop
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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 (08844) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 38.
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.