Sample Size and Meaning: Ridgewood Water’s 54 Measurements Explained
The Ridgewood Water public system serves over 61,700 residents in Bergen County via surface water sources. Between June 2014 and September 2015, 54 water samples were tested for 1,2,3-trichloropropane (1,2,3-TCP) as part of the EPA’s third Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR3). Importantly, none of these samples detected 1,2,3-TCP above the EPA’s reporting level of 0.03 micrograms per liter. This federal survey measures presence but is not a compliance test, so it does not guarantee individual tap water quality. A modest sample size like this provides evidence about the general public water system in Ridgewood Township, not about any individual household’s water.
Post-Treatment Water Quality at the Tap
When a household applies the C-Series 1,2,3-TCP Filter, the water passing through the system undergoes targeted reduction of 1,2,3-TCP molecules. While Ridgewood’s public system records show no detectable 1,2,3-TCP by federal standards, residential water can vary due to household plumbing and local plumbing conditions. The C-Series filter ships ready to configure for in-home use and acts to reduce any 1,2,3-TCP that may be present, contributing to improved aesthetic and chemical profile for tap water.
Seasonal and Multi-Year Trends in Ridgewood’s Data
The EPA’s testing window in Ridgewood spanned from summer 2014 through late summer 2015, covering more than a year of potential seasonal variation. During this time, 1,2,3-TCP was not detected in any sample. Although the monitoring was limited to these dates, absence of detection over multiple seasons suggests stable low levels in the public water supply. However, longer-term changes beyond the testing period or local variations closer to a household can only be confirmed by private water testing.
Sources and Pathways for 1,2,3-TCP in Ridgewood’s Water
1,2,3-TCP is an industrial chemical sometimes found in water due to contamination from manufacturing sites, solvent use, or chemical spills. In Ridgewood Township, the public water system draws from surface waters, which can be vulnerable to runoff or indirect contamination pathways. The absence of detected 1,2,3-TCP in EPA monitoring suggests that surface water management and treatment effectively limit this chemical’s presence before distribution. Nonetheless, private wells or plumbing materials might differ.
Comparing Ridgewood’s Record to Neighboring Counties
While Ridgewood’s data shows no detectable 1,2,3-TCP in tested samples, neighboring counties in New Jersey or nearby states may have differing monitoring results due to variations in water sources, industrial activity, or treatment practices. Comparing these records requires care to avoid assuming Ridgewood’s water conditions apply elsewhere or vice versa. Regional differences highlight the need for local water testing and tailored treatment solutions like the C-Series 1,2,3-TCP Filter when household concerns arise.
Differentiating 1,2,3-TCP From Commonly Confused Water Issues
1,2,3-TCP is sometimes mistaken for other water concerns such as chlorinated disinfection byproducts or general volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Unlike sediment, rust, or common taste-and-odor issues, 1,2,3-TCP is a specific chemical of industrial origin measured on a separate federal monitoring list. Its presence, absence, or reduction is not indicated by typical staining or cloudiness. Testing specifically for 1,2,3-TCP is needed to identify it accurately, and treatment systems like the C-Series, designed expressly for this compound, ensure focused filtration rather than broad-spectrum approaches.
The Ridgewood Water public system record from the EPA’s UCMR3 monitoring covers 54 samples taken over more than a year and shows no detections of 1,2,3-TCP above the reporting level of 0.03 µg/L. This survey reflects community water system conditions, not individual household water. For personalized water quality assurance, testing your own supply is essential. The C-Series 1,2,3-TCP Filter is a documented solution that ships ready to configure for home use addressing 1,2,3-TCP concerns when detected at the tap. For full details on government water monitoring in Ridgewood, visit EPA’s UCMR3 public water system records.
Where this information comes from
Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2015-09-23. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.
On record: EPA UCMR3 monitoring (2013-2015) for Ridgewood Water (NJ0251001), NJ: 54 results across 1 listed contaminants, 0 detections above the reporting level; nothing detected above the method reporting level