Is Elwood tap water safe to drink?

Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data | Last tested Unknown

Township:

Mullica, NJ

Neighborhood:

Elwood

Can you drink the tap water in Elwood?

Recent public test data for Elwood is limited. Check local utility reports and monitor updated EPA records for the latest water quality information.

The health risk for Elwood

No recent contaminant testing data is currently available for this water system in the source dataset.

No specific notes available.

Perfluorooctanoic acid concentration (µg/L) Unknown

0 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 2 µg/L

1.350 µg/L

Detected

µg/L

0.004 µg/L

EPA limit

guideline

33650% above limit

Comparison

vs. guideline

EPA limit: 0.004 µg/L | Your water: 1.350 µg/L

Recommended Filters for Elwood Tap Water

Certified filtration options for common tap-water contaminants.

Pitcher filter

Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher

NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.

Best for renters or quick setup. No installation needed.

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Under-sink RO system

Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System

8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.

Best for homeowners. Heavy-duty filtration for long-term protection.

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Most elevated compounds

Compound	Measurement	EPA Limit	Comparison
Perfluorooctanoic acid Tested: February 2023 · Mullica River	1.350 µg/L	0.004 µg/L	33650% above limit

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Compound	Measurement	EPA Limit	Comparison
Perfluorooctanoic acid Tested: February 2023 · Mullica River	1.350 µg/L	0.004 µg/L	33650% above limit

Water utilities serving ZIP 08217

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Mullica RiverNo recent federal sampling

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)

Guideline source EPA PFAS drinking water standard (PFOA/PFOS: 0.004 µg/L, effective 2024, compliance by 2031)

Last tested Unknown

Last page update 2026-04-22

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Data reflects publicly reported utility records from EPA datasets and local utility disclosures. This information is educational and not medical advice.