New Brunswick, New Jersey: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?
2026 EPA water quality data for 1 community water system serving 55,000+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.
Is New Brunswick Tap Water Safe to Drink?
New Brunswick has 1 community water system regulated by the EPA. Each system is required to test for over 90 contaminants and report violations. Check individual reports below for specific safety grades and violation history.
New Brunswick Water Quality Overview
New Brunswick, New Jersey is served by 1 community water system providing water to approximately 55,000 residents. The system draws from surface water sources. New Brunswick water systems have recorded 3 health-based violations in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 87 total violations on record.
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New Brunswick Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Brunswick, New Jersey tap water safe to drink?
New Brunswick has 1 community water system regulated by the EPA. Each system is required to test for over 90 contaminants and report violations. Check individual reports below for specific safety grades and violation history.
How many water utilities serve New Brunswick, New Jersey?
1 community water system serves New Brunswick, New Jersey, providing water to approximately 55,000 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.
Does New Brunswick tap water have lead?
Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.
What contaminants have been found in New Brunswick drinking water?
EPA violation records for New Brunswick water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.
How do I find out which water company serves my address in New Brunswick?
Enter your New Brunswick ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).