Water Quality in Dulce, NM (87528)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87528.
110
Total Violations
69
Health-Based
41
Monitoring / Reporting
101
Resolved
What does this mean?
101 of 110 violations have been resolved. 69 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 41 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (110 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(36)
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
42
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
42
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
42
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
42
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
42
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
42
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
2024(7)
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
42
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
42
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
42
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
02
How Does This Compare?
Dulce (87528) has 110 recorded violations, including 69 health-based. 9 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.