Is Yorketown, NJ Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Yorketown tap water meets federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards but 1 of 1 ZIP code show detections above EPA health guidelines, primarily for lithium. A certified filter is recommended for households that want an additional layer of protection.
Where Does Yorketown Get Its Water?
Water in Yorketown, NJ is provided by 4 public water systems: ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT, GORDONS CORNER WATER CO, MARLBORO TOWNSHIP WATER UTILITY DIVISION and SUEZ WATER MANALAPAN KNOB HILL.
How Is Yorketown Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes ion exchange and post-ozone biofiltration.
What's in Yorketown Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Yorketown public water systems. 1 of 1 ZIP codes showed detections above EPA health guidelines.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 14.3 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Above guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Yorketown
Based on EPA monitoring data, 1 of 1 ZIP codes in Yorketown have recorded detections above EPA health guidelines. Sensitive populations such as infants, pregnant individuals, and those with weakened immune systems may benefit from an additional layer of protection such as a certified point-of-use filter.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Yorketown Tap Water
Is Yorketown tap water safe to drink?
Yorketown tap water meets Safe Drinking Water Act requirements but 1 of 1 ZIP codes show contaminant levels above EPA health-based guidelines. A certified point-of-use filter adds an extra layer of protection.
What contaminants are in Yorketown tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Yorketown water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Yorketown get its drinking water?
Yorketown receives water from 4 public water systems, including ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPT.
Do I need a water filter in Yorketown?
If your ZIP code is among those with detections above EPA health guidelines, choose a filter certified for the specific contaminants shown in your ZIP report. Reverse osmosis is generally the broadest option for PFAS, lithium, and many other dissolved contaminants.
How often is Yorketown tap water tested?
Public water systems in Yorketown are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-09-11.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Yorketown
- 07726 - Yorketown tap water report Higher concern
Water utilities serving Yorketown, NJ
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- ENGLISHTOWN WATER DEPTAction advised
- GORDONS CORNER WATER COAction advised
- MARLBORO TOWNSHIP WATER UTILITY DIVISIONAction advised
- SUEZ WATER MANALAPAN KNOB HILLLooks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
- Englishtown, NJ
- Manalapan, NJ · Township
- Robertsville, NJ · CDP