Water Quality in Albuquerque, NM (87048)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87048.
Active Health Violations
11 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,069
Population
33
Water Systems
56
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (33)
Albuquerque Water System
Rio Rancho Water & Ww Services
University Of New Mexico
1 health-basedFrontier Mart Inc
Cottonwood Montessori
1 health-basedCorrales Multi-Purpose Recreational Cnt
Village Pizza
Pueblo Los Cerros
8 health-basedSandia View Christian School
Sandia View Campus
Sandia Bar
1 health-basedVillage Plaza
Frontier Drive-In
Pereas Bar And Restaurant
All resolvedOrchard Estates Flmdwc & Sw
All resolvedCommunity Sciences Corporation
Lunch N Stuff
Old Mill House
Mm Mcnastys
El Corralito Daycare
Artisan Center Of Corrales
Corrales Municipal Complex
All resolvedBunboy Restaurant
Abbey De Corrales
Perea Water System
Indigo Crow Restaurant
Sandoval County Seniors Program Corrales
Roadrunner Pizza Express
Green Valley Mobile Home Park
Homestead Rv Midland
All resolvedCasa Vieja Restaurant
Rancho De Corrales
Village Merc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Albuquerque (87048) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 56.
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.