Water Quality in Albuquerque, NM (87015)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87015.
Active Health Violations
6 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 80% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
14,443
Population
23
Water Systems
22
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Albuquerque Water System
Santa Fe Water System (City Of)
1 health-basedUniversity Of New Mexico
1 health-basedEpcor Water New Mexico Inc., Edgewood
Nm American Water Co Dist (Edgewood)
Thunder Mountain Water System
Windmill Water
Bella Vista Division
Bella Vista Mobile Home Park
Bella Vista Mobile Home Park
The Water Tap - Edgewood
The Water Tap - Cedar Crest
Northeast Water Co-Op
Forest Meadow Baptist Church
El Monte Sol Water Coop Association
Edgewood Meadows Water Corp.
4 health-basedTres Amigos Restaurant
Pajarito Estates
Buffalo Trails Water System
La Cueva Steakhouse
Aguas De Fernandez
Cedar Grove Mdwca
Horton Family Water Pumping
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Albuquerque (87015) has more violations than 80% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 22.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.