Water Quality in El Prado, NM (87529)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87529.
Active Health Violations
3 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 65% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,538
Population
17
Water Systems
9
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
El Prado Water & Sanitation District
El Salto Mdwca And Sa
All resolvedPizanos Restaurant
Taos Mesa Brewing
Taos Ice
West Rim Mdwua
1 health-basedAnansi Charter School
Medley
El Rancho Mhp Taos
1 health-basedEl Torreon Trailer Park
Roots & Wings Community School
Guadalajara South
El Prado Park
Whitey'S Restaurant
Lama Foundation
1 health-basedMonte Bello Rv Park
Wetsel'S Slaughterhouse
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
El Prado (87529) has more violations than 65% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 9.
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.