Rutgers University-Busch Campus Tap Water Quality Report
Rutgers University-Busch Campus's water has 7 contaminants above EPA MCLGs. We recommend using a certified water filter.
Utility
NJ AMERICAN WATER
People Served
615,430
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Is Rutgers University-Busch Campus Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Rutgers University-Busch Campus's water has 7 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines. We strongly recommend using a certified water filter to reduce exposure to these contaminants. Check our filter recommendations below for NSF-certified options that can remove the specific contaminants found in Rutgers University-Busch Campus's water.
The data below shows test results from 1 water utility serving 615,430 people in the Rutgers University-Busch Campus area. Water quality testing is conducted regularly and reported to the EPA. This report was last updated 2025-10-06.
Rutgers University-Busch Campus Water Service Areas
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Recommended Water Filters for Rutgers University-Busch Campus
Based on Rutgers University-Busch Campus's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above EPA MCLGs.
Culligan
ZeroWater
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
1.9 gpm
Daily Production
1 gpd
Removes 19 contaminants:
Nitrate, Copper, Zinc, Barium, Sulfate +14 more
AquaTru
Classic
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
0.04 gpm
Daily Production
600 gpd
Removes 23 contaminants:
83+, Lead, Fluoride, Strontium, Uranium +18 more
AquaTru
Carafe
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
0.3 gpm
Daily Production
4 gpd
Removes 17 contaminants:
PFOA, PFOS, Chlorine, Lead, Fluoride +12 more
Waterdrop
A1
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
0.042 gpm
Daily Production
130 gpd
Removes 12 contaminants:
10+, 10+ contaminants, Fluoride, Uranium, Copper +7 more
Verify Your Water Quality with Independent Testing
With 7 contaminants above EPA health guidelines, independent laboratory testing provides a second opinion and can track changes over time.
SimpleLab
Advanced Home Water Test
$369
Most comprehensive home water test including all standard tests plus additional parameters for ultimate peace of mind.
SimpleLab
Standard Home Water Test
$232
Comprehensive water analysis testing over 200 contaminants including bacteria, heavy metals, and chemical compounds.
Tap Score
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9) Test
$275
Tests for disinfection byproducts formed when chlorine reacts with organic matter in water treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rutgers University-Busch Campus Tap Water
Rutgers University-Busch Campus's water has 7 contaminants above EPA MCLGs. We strongly recommend using a certified water filter to reduce exposure to these contaminants. Check our filter recommendations below for NSF-certified options that can remove the specific contaminants found in Rutgers University-Busch Campus's water.
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