Water Quality in Albuquerque, NM (87059)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87059.
Active Health Violations
54 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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
10,241
Population
39
Water Systems
132
Violations (5yr)
54
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (39)
Albuquerque Water System
University Of New Mexico
1 health-basedEntranosa Water Association
Tranquillo Pines Water Users Coop
11 health-basedMollys Bar
Tijeras (Village Of)
1 health-basedHidden Valley Resort On Route 66
All resolvedLas Huertas Picnic Ground Usfs Cibola
Oak Flat Picnic Area Usfs Cibola
Chilili Water Users Assn
17 health-basedGreen Ridge Mdwca, Inc.
11 health-basedGcc Rio Grande
Tijeras First Baptist Church
Vista De Manana
10 health-basedBearcat Homeowners Association
1 health-basedPonderosa Country Store Grocry
Zuzax Fill Station
2 health-basedAqua Man
Mountain Kids Child Care
Cole Spring Picnic Ground
Hobbies Mountain Ranch
E A Dow
Quail Hollow Mdwua
Bacas Cafe
Lucilles (Mollys) Cafe
Canyon Kids Club
Sandia Ranger Station
Cedro Campground Usfs Cibola
Tunnel Springs
Cienega Springs Picnic Ground
Baca'S Cafe
American Water Hauling
Cienega Canyon Campground Usfs Cibola
Doc Long Picnic Ground Usfs Cibola
Ponderosa Restaurant
East Mountain Water Hauling
All resolvedStarfire Day Camp
Sandia Helibase Usfs Cibola
Manzano Mountain Early Learning Ctr
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
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 (87059) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 132.
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.