Middlesex Water enters NJDEP consent order over PFOA exceedance; permanent fixes due June 2023

MIDDLESEX WATER CO

NJDEP issued Notice of Non-Compliance in Sept 2021 for PFOA above new 14 ppt standard; no acute health threat.
Interim solution implemented Dec 2021; Park Ave plant offline; accelerated partial treatment online June 2022.
Sept 13, 2022 Administrative Consent Order requires permanent treatment construction by June 30, 2023.
ACO mandates quarterly progress reports, sample testing, and public notification by Feb 22, 2023.
Non-compliance with ACO schedule can result in penalties up to $500 per day; water currently compliant.

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