Fair Lawn Boro
Is Fair Lawn Boro tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Fair Lawn Boro scores 24/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Fair Lawn Boro. We found 268 total violations (10 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 04:00 AM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Fair Lawn Boro.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Fair Lawn Boro?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Evaluation of municipal compliance and household filtration options in Fair Lawn Boro.
Baby Formula Safety
EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Fair Lawn Boro.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water system history in Fair Lawn Boro informs property maintenance and private filtration requirements. With a score of 24/100, 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 Fair Lawn Boro
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Fair Lawn Boro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fair Lawn Boro tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Fair Lawn Boro scores 24/100.
How many water systems serve Fair Lawn Boro?
Fair Lawn Boro is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Fair Lawn Boro?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Fair Lawn Boro.
What is the water quality score for Fair Lawn Boro?
The water quality score for Fair Lawn Boro is 24 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 Fair Lawn Boro?
The top contaminants detected in Fair Lawn Boro include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Fair Lawn Boro Water Quality Summary
Fair Lawn Boro, NJ receives a water quality score of 24/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Fair Lawn Boro'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.
Fair Lawn Boro's score of 24 is 42 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 →
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