Montville
Is Montville tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Montville scores 22/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Montville. We found 89 total violations (16 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 09:00 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Montville.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Montville?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Should you buy a water purifier in Montville? See our analysis.
Baby Formula Safety
Is Montville tap water safe for infants? Critical safety guide.
Homebuyer's Perspective
For those looking to relocate to Montville, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 22/100, 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 Montville
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Montville.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Montville tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Montville scores 22/100.
How many water systems serve Montville?
Montville is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Montville?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Montville.
What is the water quality score for Montville?
The water quality score for Montville is 22 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 Montville?
The top contaminants detected in Montville include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Montville Water Quality Summary
Montville, NJ receives a water quality score of 22/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Montville'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.
Montville's score of 22 is 44 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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