Vineland City, NJ · PWSID NJ0614003
Vineland Water & Sewer Utility lead service lines
6,080 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Vineland Water & Sewer Utility reported 0 lead and 6,080 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 18,021 in its inventory. That's 34% of all its lines. Another 7,277 (40%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #6 of 240 New Jersey systems with confirmed lead lines, and #81 nationally.
34% of Vineland Water & Sewer Utility'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 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 34%
- Unknown 40%
- Non-lead 26%
Total service lines reported: 18,021. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 36,250; 14,688 connections.
Lead test results
Vineland Water & Sewer Utility's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (2026) was not detected, 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 6,180 in 2025 Q1 to 6,080 in 2026 Q3: down 100 (1.6%). Lines of unknown material went from 7,292 to 7,277, down 15 (0.2%).
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 8 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based for Vineland Water & Sewer Utility. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Closed |
| Jan 2025 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Closed |
| Jul 2024 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Returned to compliance |
| Jul 2023 | Water quality parameters out of range health-based | Returned to compliance |
| Jul 2023 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Returned to compliance |
| Dec 2020 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Sep 2019 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Jan 2019 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Vineland Water & Sewer Utility's main water source is groundwater (wells).
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 Vineland Water & Sewer Utility 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 Cumberland County
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Vineland Water & Sewer Utility's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
0836008361
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Millville Water Department | 336 | 0 |
| Bridgeton City Water Dept | 81 | 4,379 |
| Upper Deerfield TWP Water Dept | 0 | 0 |
| Fairton Federal Correctional | 0 | 0 |
| Newfield Water Department | 0 | 486 |
| Bayview Water System | 0 | 280 |
| Evergreen Estates | 94 | 0 |
| Fairton Oaks M H Community | 0 | 128 |
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Questions
Does Vineland Water & Sewer Utility have lead pipes?
Yes. Vineland Water & Sewer Utility reported 0 lead service lines and 6,080 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 18,021 total. 7,277 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Vineland Water & Sewer Utility'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 Vineland Water & Sewer Utility 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 Vineland Water & Sewer Utility had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 8 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based for Vineland Water & Sewer Utility.
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, "Vineland Water & Sewer Utility lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/nj/vineland-water-and-sewer-utility/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.