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Official Status: March 2026

Is Denville tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
D

Use extra caution — Denville scores 42/100.

Safety Score
42
out of 100

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Denville

New Jersey

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Is Denville tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Denville scores 42/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Denville. We found 512 total violations (33 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Denville.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Denville?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Evaluating water infrastructure in Denville protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. With a score of 42/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Denville a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Denville

512
Violations (5yr)
33
Unresolved
0
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Denville.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denville tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Denville scores 42/100.

How many water systems serve Denville?

Denville is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Denville?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Denville.

What is the water quality score for Denville?

The water quality score for Denville is 42 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 Denville?

Current contaminant data for Denville is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
42/100
Grade
F
Water Systems
1
Population
15,881

Denville Water Quality Summary

Denville, NJ receives a water quality score of 42/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Denville'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.

Denville's score of 42 is 24 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 →

No contaminant-specific recommendation is available from the records shown here.

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