Olympian Water Testing™

The history of Englewood’s water supply mirrors its development from a small village to a thriving modern city. In its early days, as described in historical accounts, the community relied on "a bountiful supply of pure water obtained from mountain springs and from artesian and driven wells." This system of individual, localized water sources was characteristic of the area before the need for a large-scale, centralized infrastructure emerged with population growth.

As Englewood expanded, the reliance on private wells gave way to a professionally managed, regional system. Today, the city’s water is not supplied by a municipal department but by a major private utility, Veolia North America. This long-standing partnership reflects a common model in Bergen County, where municipalities collaborate with large-scale providers to ensure a reliable and safe water supply without the immense cost of operating an independent system.

The water delivered to Englewood’s homes and businesses is sourced from a diverse network of surface and groundwater supplies. According to state records, these sources include the Oradell and Wanaque Reservoirs, the Saddle River, various local brooks, and groundwater from the Brunswick aquifer. This extensive network, managed by Veolia and regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, ensures that a professionally treated and consistently monitored supply of water meets the demands of the city.