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Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack lead service lines
11,883 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack reported 11,567 lead and 316 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 206,397 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 17 lines. Another 4,126 (2.0%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #2 of 240 New Jersey systems with confirmed lead lines, and #37 nationally.
5.8% of Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's higher than the New Jersey average (4.5%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 5.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 2.0%
- Non-lead 92%
Total service lines reported: 206,397. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 792,713; 193,600 connections.
Lead test results
Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (2026) was 5.8 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 16,486 in 2025 Q1 to 11,883 in 2026 Q3: down 4,603 (28%). Lines of unknown material went from 27,675 to 4,126, down 23,549 (85%).
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 2 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based for Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2021 | Lead service line replacement requirement not met health-based | Returned to compliance |
| Jul 2016 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It buys treated water from Jersey City Mua, Passaic Valley Water Commission, N.J.D.W.S.C. - Wanaque North, Hoboken Water Utility. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program. It sells water to 9 other water systems: Veolia Water NJ Allendale Water System, Fair Lawn Water Dept, Veolia Water New Jersey Franklin Lakes, Mahwah Water Department, Ramsey Water Dept, Ridgewood Water, Saddle Brook Water Dept, Jersey City Mua, Saddle River Water Utility.
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 Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack 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.
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ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
070100702007022070240704707070070720707307074070750708607087070930709407458076010760307604076050760607607076080762107624076260762707628076300763107632076400764107642076430764607647076480764907650076520765707660076610766207666076700767507676
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgewood Water | 1,442 | 428 |
| Garfield Water Department | 284 | 2,079 |
| Lyndhurst Water Department | 1,411 | 248 |
| Elmwood Park Water Dept | 231 | 4,555 |
| Hawthorne Water Department | 1,513 | 970 |
| Pvwc-North Arlington | 68 | 2,193 |
| Ramsey Water Dept | 328 | 187 |
| Veolia Water NJ Allendale Water System | 81 | 350 |
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Questions
Does Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack have lead pipes?
Yes. Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack reported 11,567 lead service lines and 316 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 206,397 total. 4,126 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack'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 Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack 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 Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 2 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based for Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack.
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, "Veolia Water New Jersey Hackensack lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/nj/veolia-water-new-jersey-hackensack/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.