Short Hills, NJ 07078

4 water systems229,007 residents

Good water quality with few concerns

B

Score: 74/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

40

Contaminants Detected

94

Violations on Record

0

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History22 / 25
Contaminant Severity25 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score74%

74 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Short Hills vs NJ & National Average

Detected Contaminants

40 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
NitrateAgricultural
ArsenicHeavy Metal
BariumHeavy Metal
CadmiumHeavy Metal
ChromiumHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
MercuryHeavy Metal
SeleniumHeavy Metal
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
CryptosporidiumMicroorganism
E. COLIMicroorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
2,4-DOther
2,4,5-TPOther
BHC-GAMMAOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
EndrinOther
MethoxychlorOther
Surface Water Treatment RuleOther
ToxapheneOther
1,1-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
1,2-DichloroethaneVolatile Organic
1,2,4-TrichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
BenzeneVolatile Organic
Carbon tetrachlorideVolatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
cis-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
EthylbenzeneVolatile Organic
o-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
p-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
StyreneVolatile Organic
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TolueneVolatile Organic
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TrichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
Vinyl chlorideVolatile Organic
Xylenes, TotalVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
AWM FOUR SEASONS AT CHESTER, NJ AMERICAN WATER - TWIN LAKES, NJ AMERICAN WATER - LITTLE FALLS, NJ AMERICAN WATER - SHORT HILLS
Population Served:
229,007
Systems With Violations:
4 of 4
Major Violations:
65
Enforcement Actions:
77

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.