Middle Twp., NJ · PWSID NJ0506010
NJ American Water - Cape May Court House lead service lines
59 lead or galvanized lines to replace
NJ American Water - Cape May Court House reported 3 lead and 56 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 3,070 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 52 lines. Another 17 (0.6%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #108 of 240 New Jersey systems with confirmed lead lines, and #2,435 nationally.
1.9% of NJ American Water - Cape May Court House's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the New Jersey average (4.5%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.8%
- Unknown 0.6%
- Non-lead 98%
Total service lines reported: 3,070. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 5,625; 2,255 connections.
Lead test results
NJ American Water - Cape May Court House's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (2026) was 1 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 50 in 2025 Q1 to 59 in 2026 Q3: up 9 (18%). Lines of unknown material went from 1,669 to 17, down 1,652 (99%).
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 no Lead and Copper Rule violations for NJ American Water - Cape May Court House since 2015. That covers testing, reporting, corrosion control and public notice requirements; it isn't a guarantee about any individual home.
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
NJ American Water - Cape May Court House's main water source is groundwater (wells). It buys treated water from Wildwood City Water Department. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while NJ American Water - Cape May Court House is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program. It sells water to 1 other water system: Middle TWP Water District.
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 NJ American Water - Cape May Court House 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 Cape May County
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside NJ American Water - Cape May Court House's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
0820208210082420824708260
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Wildwood City Water Department | 6,232 | 0 |
| NJ American Water - Ocean City | 368 | 1,779 |
| Avalon Water and Sewerage Utilities | 309 | 3,462 |
| West Cape May Water Dept | 6 | 459 |
| Cape May Point Boro Wate | 87 | 170 |
| NJ American Water - Strathmere | 9 | 0 |
| Middle TWP Water District | 15 | 0 |
| Middle TWP Water District 1 | 7 | 15 |
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Questions
Does NJ American Water - Cape May Court House have lead pipes?
Yes. NJ American Water - Cape May Court House reported 3 lead service lines and 56 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 3,070 total. 17 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on NJ American Water - Cape May Court House'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 NJ American Water - Cape May Court House 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 NJ American Water - Cape May Court House had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for NJ American Water - Cape May Court House.
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, "NJ American Water - Cape May Court House lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/nj/nj-american-water-cape-may-court-house/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.