Tap water quality for ZIP 17728
7 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.
What this means for you in ZIP 17728
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- Based on the latest EPA data, Jersey Shore Area Jnt Wat Auth has no unresolved health-based violations from the past year. Water that meets federal standards is generally considered safe to drink for most healthy people.
- Should I use a filter?
- Optional. Nothing in this data strongly calls for one. Many people still filter for chlorine taste and odor.
- What kind of filter?
- For taste and odor (chlorine/chloramine), an NSF/ANSI 42 pitcher or faucet filter is enough. See matched standards and product picks.
This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.
Shown for the largest system linked to this ZIP. Check your water bill to confirm your provider.
Filters matched to Jersey Shore Area Jnt Wat Auth
FILTER PICKS Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.
Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42 Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35
Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.
Search on Amazon → Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40
Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.
View on Brita → Annual water quality report
Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how. · Full report →
Water systems for this ZIP
BNo health-based violations in the last 5 years; 45 monitoring/reporting violations; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
C1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 82 monitoring/reporting violations; 1 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 1996 (older than 5 years, not graded).
F22 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 381 monitoring/reporting violations; 10 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile ABOVE the action level (2025).
BNo health-based violations in the last 5 years; 16 monitoring/reporting violations; 1 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2001 (older than 5 years, not graded).
C1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 103 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 1996 (older than 5 years, not graded).
D3 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 23 monitoring/reporting violations; 4 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 1996 (older than 5 years, not graded).
BNo health-based violations in the last 5 years; 7 monitoring/reporting violations; 1 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 1995 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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