Water Quality in Questa, NM (87556)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87556.
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 83% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,008
Population
10
Water Systems
27
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Questa Water System
All resolvedRed River Water System
1 health-basedChevron Mining Inc Questa Mine
Cerro Elementary School
La Lama Mdwca
1 health-basedEagle Rock Village
1 health-basedDonner Ranch
Chevron Coal Company - North Mine
All resolvedRiverbend Steakhouse
Wild Rivers Rio Grande Cafe
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Questa (87556) has more violations than 83% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 27.
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.