Water Quality
During the evolution of this web site additional frequently asked questions and answers will be displayed for your information. If you have a specific question, please contact us and we will respond as quickly as possible. Your questions will help us to update this Web site to provide the information our customers are seeking. Is HMUA water safe?
YES. Your water meets all Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL's) as established by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). The HMUA takes nearly 2,000 samples and has the water samples tested for more than 100 different parameters. If you have any specific questions, please call the HMUA Business Office at 852-3622. Does the HMUA add Fluoride to the water ?NO. The HMUA does not add fluoride to the water. We recognize that fluoride received in appropriate dosages is of significant assistance in reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. An appropriate fluoride dosage for a child can be received in several ways and include brushing with a fluoride toothpaste, fluoride tablets administered under the supervision of a parent or guardian and by receiving fluoride treatments from a dentist. The addition of fluoride into the water supplied by the HMUA would not only affect all children but all other customers without regard to age, personal sensitivity to fluoride, or personal choice of those customers. The decision of whether to add fluoride to the water is a fundamental question that affects the public health of all HMUA customers. In the absence of a fluoridation mandate by a public health agency, the HMUA believes that the use of fluoride and the appropriate fluoride dosage should be a personal decision between you and your dentist and doctor. |
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Hackettstown Municipal Utilities Authority 424 Hurley Drive P.O. Box 450 Hackettstown, NJ 07840 |
Phone - 908-852-3622 - Fax - 908-852-2681 E-Mail - custserv@hmua.com Regular Weekday Business Hours - 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |