Water Quality in 07450 — Ridgewood, NJ
EPA data for RIDGEWOOD WATER
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS Last verified: March 16, 2026
Your Water System
ZIP code 07450 in Ridgewood, New Jersey is served by RIDGEWOOD WATER (EPA ID: NJ0251001). This system provides water to approximately 61,700 people from surface water sources.
Lead & Copper in Your Water
No Lead & Copper Rule sampling data available for systems serving this ZIP code.
Violation Summary
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 20, 2025 | Total Coliform | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| June 12, 2024 | Total Coliform | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Lead | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Lead | Monitoring | Resolved |
| December 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| December 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| December 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| September 1, 2023 | E. coli | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| September 1, 2023 | E. coli | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| September 1, 2023 | E. coli | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| September 1, 2023 | E. coli | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| June 1, 2023 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| June 1, 2023 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| June 1, 2023 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| June 1, 2023 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| June 1, 2023 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for water systems serving this ZIP code:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 0700 | Other | 28 | No |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 4 | No |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | No |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | No |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 2 | No |
| Lead | Inorganic | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2931 | Other | 1 | No |
| Contaminant 2946 | Other | 1 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 1 | No |
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What You Can Do
- Review your annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your utility publishes this each July
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- 07101 (Newark) — 4 violations
- 07430 (Mahwah) — 1 violation
- 07470 (Wayne) — 1 violation
- 07506 (Hawthorne) — 29 violations
- 07715 (Belmar) — 26 violations
- 07801 (Dover) — 11 violations
- 07826 (Branchville) — 38 violations
- 07901 (Summit) — 6 violations
- 07960 (Morristown) — 9 violations
- 08002 (Cherry Hill)
- 08031 (Bellmawr) — 5 violations
- 08101 (Camden) — 8 violations
- 08360 (Vineland)
- 08401 (Atlantic City) — 43 violations
- 08601 (Trenton) — 205 violations
- 08723 (Brick) — 179 violations
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 07506 (Hawthorne) — 3 mi — 29 violations
- 07011 (Clifton) — 7 mi — 11 violations
- 07470 (Wayne) — 7 mi — 1 violation
- 07430 (Mahwah) — 8 mi — 1 violation
- 10701 (Yonkers, NY) — 13 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for RIDGEWOOD WATER (NJ0251001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 07450 safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, the water system serving ZIP code 07450 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. However, individual home conditions (old pipes, well water) can affect quality.
Where does 07450’s water come from?
The primary water source for this area is surface water. RIDGEWOOD WATER serves approximately 61,700 people.
How can I get my water tested?
Contact your local water utility for a free water quality report, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing annually if you use a private well.
Does 07450 have lead in the water?
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data is currently available in EPA records for water systems serving ZIP code 07450. If you are concerned about lead, contact your water utility or have your tap water independently tested.
What is the radon risk in 07450?
Radon zone data is not available for ZIP code 07450. The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon regardless of location, as radon levels can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.