Bordentown
Is Bordentown tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Bordentown scores 59/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Bordentown. We found 247 total violations (18 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Bordentown?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Filter requirements and certified reduction benchmarks for Bordentown tap water.
Baby Formula Safety
Infant formula preparation risks, nitrate levels, and lead pipe guidance in Bordentown.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Evaluating water infrastructure in Bordentown protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. With a score of 59/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Bordentown
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Bordentown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bordentown tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Bordentown scores 59/100.
How many water systems serve Bordentown?
Bordentown is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Bordentown?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Bordentown.
What is the water quality score for Bordentown?
The water quality score for Bordentown is 59 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Bordentown?
The top contaminants detected in Bordentown include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Bordentown Water Quality Summary
Bordentown, NJ receives a water quality score of 59/100 (Grade D) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Bordentown's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Bordentown's score of 59 is 7 points below the New Jersey state average of 66, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our New Jersey water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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