Little Falls Twp., NJ · PWSID NJ1605002
Passaic Valley Water Commission lead service lines
212 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Passaic Valley Water Commission reported 140 lead and 72 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 55,335 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 261 lines. Another 698 (1.3%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #55 of 240 New Jersey systems with confirmed lead lines, and #1,205 nationally.
0.4% of Passaic Valley Water Commission'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 0.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.1%
- Unknown 1.3%
- Non-lead 98%
Total service lines reported: 55,335. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 310,483; 53,421 connections.
Lead test results
Passaic Valley Water Commission's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2026–Jun 2026) was 1.6 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 1,878 in 2025 Q1 to 212 in 2026 Q3: down 1,666 (89%). Lines of unknown material went from 3,231 to 698, down 2,533 (78%).
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 1 Lead and Copper Rule violation since 2015, 1 health-based for Passaic Valley Water Commission. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2021 | Water quality parameters out of range health-based | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Passaic Valley Water Commission's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It buys treated water from Pvwc-North Arlington, Manchester Utilities Authority, Jersey City Mua. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Passaic Valley Water Commission is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program. It sells water to 28 other water systems: Elmwood Park Water Dept, Fair Lawn Water Dept, Garfield Water Department, Passaic Valley WC Lodi WD, Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack, Pvwc-North Arlington, Ridgewood Water, Wallington Water Dept, Cedar Grove Water Dept, Fairfield Water Dept, NJ American Water - Short Hills, Montclair Water Bureau, North Caldwell Water Dep, Nutley Water Dept, Verona Water Department, West Caldwell Water Department, Harrison W Dept, Jersey City Mua, Lincoln Park Water Dept, Lincoln Park Jacksonville Syst, Southeast Morris County Mua, Riverdale Boro Water Dep, Manchester Utilities Authority, NJ American Water - Little Falls, Ringwood Water Department, Totowa W Dept, Wanaque W Dept., Woodland Park 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 Passaic Valley Water Commission 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 Passaic County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Passaic Valley Water Commission's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
0701107012070130701407055075010750207503075040750507513075140752207524
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Township of Wayne | 1 | 0 |
| Hawthorne Water Department | 1,513 | 970 |
| Manchester Utilities Authority | 60 | 2,640 |
| NJ American Water - Little Falls | 51 | 1,315 |
| Bloomingdale Water Dept | 0 | 912 |
| Woodland Park Water Department | 0 | 638 |
| Veolia Water New Jersey - Awosting | 10 | 0 |
| Veolia Water New Jersey - Birch Hill | 1 | 3 |
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Questions
Does Passaic Valley Water Commission have lead pipes?
Yes. Passaic Valley Water Commission reported 140 lead service lines and 72 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 55,335 total. 698 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Passaic Valley Water Commission'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 Passaic Valley Water Commission 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 Passaic Valley Water Commission had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 1 Lead and Copper Rule violation since 2015, 1 health-based for Passaic Valley Water Commission.
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, "Passaic Valley Water Commission lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/nj/passaic-valley-water-commission/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.