Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station [The New Jersey Water Resources Research Institute]

Resources for Homeowners

Below is a list of websites that homeowners can reference on issues such as drinking water, wells, septic systems, and regulatory issues.

Water Quality Fact Sheets and Bulletins - free 1 to 4 page publications provided by the NJ Agricultural Experiment Station

NJDEP Citizen Resources: Homeowner Environmental Responsibilities - information on private well testing, droughts and water conservation

Clean Water NJ - NJDEP website with easy tips on what you can do to preserve water quality at home, in the garden, with pets, and in the garage

NJDEP Publications - includes links to permitting forms, technical manuals, and reports

US EPA Concerned Citizen Resources - "Ensuring Safe Drinking Water" provides information on drinking water contaminents, well testing, how to find out where your drinking water comes from, and more.

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service: Information for Homeowners, Urban and Suburban Users - suggestions for conservation measures to prevent soil erosion, improve water quality and reduce flood impacts

New Jersey Ground Water Association - use the "search" feature to find a well driller/supplier in your area

Useful Links

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