Water Quality in BELEN, NM (87002)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87002.

364

Total Violations

69

Health-Based

295

Monitoring / Reporting

359

Resolved

What does this mean?

359 of 364 violations have been resolved. 69 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 295 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 24 Population served: 12,950

Violations Detail (364 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AApr 5, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AApr 5, 2025ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMar 7, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMar 7, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMar 7, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 20, 2025ActiveN/A
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.026Dec 31, 2024ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.026Dec 31, 2024ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 19, 2024ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 22, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(6)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Apr 5Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Apr 5Active

E. COLI

34

Mar 7Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 7Resolved

E. COLI

34

Mar 7Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 20Active

2024(36)

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 19Active

E. COLI

34

Nov 22Resolved

E. COLI

34

Nov 22Resolved

E. COLI

34

Nov 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 7Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

Arsenic

03

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 3Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 3Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BELEN (87002) has 364 recorded violations, including 69 health-based. 5 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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