Water Quality in Albuquerque, NM (87113)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87113.
Active Health Violations
4 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 75% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,074
Population
16
Water Systems
16
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Albuquerque Water System
University Of New Mexico
1 health-basedCoronado Village Country Club
Albuquerque Sportsplex
Vista Sandia Hospital
Mcgaffey Campground Usfs Cibola
North Court Mobile Home Park
2 health-basedWestern Heights East Mobile Home Park
Fourth Of July Campground
Western Heights West Mobile Home Park
Sandia Ranch
Safariland Mobile Home Park
Red Canyon Campground - Usfs
Pnm - Reeves Station
Transwestern Pipeline Company - Klagetoh - 4
1 health-basedTranswestern Pipeline Company - Leupp - 3
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Albuquerque (87113) has more violations than 75% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 16.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.