Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (08848)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08848.
Active Health Violations
4 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 80% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,134
Population
30
Water Systems
22
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (30)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
The Multi Learning Cente
Milford W Dept
All resolvedCamp Apollo Inc
Holland Twp Elementary School
Bloomsbury Citco Gas & Go
Finnagels
Curtis Specialty Papers
Dutch Mill Market
1 health-basedZoria Petroleum
1 health-basedMilford Auto Parts
2 health-basedJcp&L Gilbert Generating
Georgia Pacific Corp Corrugated Iii
Alexandria Twp Municipal Complex
Mountain View Campground
Desapio Properties Six
Little York Tavern
Mosteller/Farm House Inn
Mr. Laughs
Farm House Inn
Alba Vineyard
Alba Vineyard
All resolvedFarmers Sportsmans Club
Baby Love Nursery School
Bobolink Dairy
Farmers Sportsman'S Club
First Fidelity Bank
Oak Hill Gulf Club Inc
Genos Commissary
Colony Florist & Gifts Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Short Hills (08848) has more violations than 80% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 22.
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.
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.