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Is Mays Landing tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Mays Landing scores 87/100.

Safety Score
87
out of 100

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Mays Landing

New Jersey

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Is Mays Landing tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Mays Landing scores 87/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Mays Landing. We found 331 total violations (24 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

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

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 Mays Landing?

Requirement Status
Optional
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💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Evaluating water infrastructure in Mays Landing protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. The high safety score (87/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

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.

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Compliance Record for Mays Landing

331
Violations (5yr)
24
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mays Landing tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Mays Landing scores 87/100.

How many water systems serve Mays Landing?

Mays Landing is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Mays Landing?

The water quality score for Mays Landing is 87 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Mays Landing?

The top contaminants detected in Mays Landing include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
87/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
2
Population
29,698

Mays Landing Water Quality Summary

Mays Landing, NJ receives a water quality score of 87/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Mays Landing's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Mays Landing's score of 87 is 21 points above the New Jersey state average of 66, and above 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

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0048 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Mays Landing (2)

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