Is Water Safe in Newark, New Jersey?
The water system serving Newark, New Jersey (Newark Water Department) has a Water Safety Score of 5/100 (F). It has 22 health-based violations and 11 contaminant exceedances.
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Score | 5/100 (F) |
| Population Served | 294,274 |
| Source Type | Surface water |
| Health Violations | 22 |
| Contaminant Exceedances | 11 |
| Enforcement Actions | 101 |
The water system serving Newark, New Jersey (Newark Water Department) has a Water Safety Score of 5/100 (F). It has 22 health-based violations and 11 contaminant exceedances.