Water Quality in Prewitt, NM (87301)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87301.
Active Health Violations
2 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 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
21,755
Population
28
Water Systems
29
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Bluewater Lake State Park
Gallup Water System
Western Refining Sw, Gallup Refinery
All resolvedSpeedys Black Hat Store
Pueblo Pintado Community School (New) - Bia
All resolvedThoreau Boarding Sch-Bia (Su82
Ojo Encino Day School (New) - Bia
1 health-basedSt Anthony Mine
Tse' Yi' Gai High School
1 health-basedYah-Tah-Hey Water System
Hanaadli Huerfano Boarding School - Bie
Springstead Trailer Park
Bread Springs Day School (Present) - Bia
Papa Jacks Restaurant
Rob Roy Trailer Park
P & M South Mckinley Mine
Good Shepherd Mission
Sunnyside Trailer Park
Emmanuel Baptist Church
Church Of God Indian Bible Ins
United Nuclear Churchrock Fac.
Kachina Packing Co
Tse Bonito Homeowners Association
Shop & Save
Bruce William'S Tr Park
Mentmore Mission
California Supermarket Uptown Plaza
Western Refining Sw, Inc Wingate
Contaminants 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: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2021
How Does This Compare?
Prewitt (87301) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 29.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.