Water Quality
The City of Newark’s Department of Water & Sewer adheres to strict regulations and compliance when it comes to protecting our drinking water.
Refer to the links below if you would like to learn more about current regulations or check up on our recent water quality reports.
Water Quality Reports
The Newark Department of Water and Sewer releases public reports on the quality of drinking water. To access these reports and view the most recent water quality reports click the button.
Newark Water Watch
The New Jersey Water Watch allows users to view information on the drinking water in New Jersey water systems. Here you can view which water systems serve your town, a list of licensed operators, and other information about your local water source.
The Water Quality Parameters are released 2 to 3 times each month, and include information on the pH, silica content and total alkalinity of the drinking water in Newark.
Water Quality Parameters - NJ Water Watch
2023 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report
The City of Newark Department of Water and Sewer Utilities has released its 2023 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report. To access this report, click the “Read More” button.
2022 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report
The City of Newark Department of Water and Sewer Utilities has released its 2022 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report. To access this report, click the “Read More” button.
Public Notice on Water Quality Test Update, May 2023
An update on Newark Water and Sewer’s Water Quality Parameters (WQP) violation. Click on the “Read More” button for the full public notice.
Newark Water and Sewer fails to meet Water Quality Parameter (WQP) levels. Click on the “Read More” button for the full public notice.
Lead & Copper Summaries - NJ Water Watch
As part of the New Jersey Water Watch, lead and copper levels in drinking water are monitored and recorded on a semi-annual basis. Reports are updated in December and June.
Public Notice on Water Quality Test, February 2023
2021 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report
The City of Newark Department of Water and Sewer Utilities has released its 2021 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report. To access this report, click the “Read More” button.
2020 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report
The City of Newark Department of Water and Sewer Utilities has released its 2020 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report. To access this report, click the “Read More” button.