Water Quality in Short Hills, NJ (08858)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 08858.
Active Health Violations
5 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
20
Population
15
Water Systems
56
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Nj American Water - Short Hills
The Multi Learning Cente
Tewksbury Garage
The Pink Sleigh Corp
Am Best Co
2 health-basedForest Lake Camp
Tewksbury Inn
57 Old Turnpike Llc
1 health-basedOldwick Farm Market
1 health-basedOld Wick Fire Company
1 health-basedWay Back When
Oldwick Community Center
Energy Kinetics
All resolved152 Oldwick Rd Llc
Wee Care Daycare
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Short Hills (08858) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 56.
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.