Bordentown City, NJ · PWSID NJ0303001
Bordentown Water Departm lead service lines
264 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Bordentown Water Departm reported 0 lead and 264 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 5,796 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 22 lines. Another 2,182 (38%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #48 of 240 New Jersey systems with confirmed lead lines, and #1,047 nationally.
4.6% of Bordentown Water Departm's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's about the same as the New Jersey average (4.5%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 4.6%
- Unknown 38%
- Non-lead 58%
Total service lines reported: 5,796. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 15,821; 5,180 connections.
Lead test results
Bordentown Water Departm's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (2026) was 2.2 ppb, below both the 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level that takes effect in 2027. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 257 in 2025 Q1 to 264 in 2026 Q3: up 7 (2.7%). Lines of unknown material went from 2,262 to 2,182, down 80 (3.5%).
Quarterly counts reported to EPA. A drop usually means lines were replaced or confirmed non-lead; a rise usually means more lines were identified. Replacement progress rankings.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists 11 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based for Bordentown Water Departm. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Dec 2023 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Jul 2023 | Water quality parameters out of range health-based | Returned to compliance |
| Sep 2021 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Apr 2021 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Mar 2020 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Jan 2020 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Returned to compliance |
| Jul 2019 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
| Jan 2019 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Returned to compliance |
| Jan 2019 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Bordentown Water Departm's main water source is groundwater (wells). It sells water to 1 other water system: Fieldsboro Water Department.
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Bordentown Water Departm whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in Burlington County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Bordentown Water Departm's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
08505
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| NJ American Water - Western | 1,544 | 49,216 |
| NJ American Water - Mount Holly | 245 | 2,914 |
| Moorestown Water Dept | 104 | 5,866 |
| Maple Shade Water Department | 178 | 25 |
| Jbmdl-Dix Main System | 80 | 0 |
| Pemberton TWP Dept Main | 57 | 0 |
| Florence TWP W Dept | 1,639 | 0 |
| Hilltop Mobile Village | 89 | 0 |
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Questions
Does Bordentown Water Departm have lead pipes?
Yes. Bordentown Water Departm reported 0 lead service lines and 264 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 5,796 total. 2,182 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Bordentown Water Departm's official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Bordentown Water Departm replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Bordentown Water Departm had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 11 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based for Bordentown Water Departm.
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Bordentown Water Departm lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/nj/bordentown-water-departm/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.