Water Quality in Taos, NM (87571)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87571.
Active Health Violations
9 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 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
11,531
Population
82
Water Systems
60
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (82)
Taos Municipal Water System
Unm Taos Klauer Campus
Ranchos Elementary School
1 health-basedValle Escondido Homeowners Association
All resolvedMartinez Plaza
Taos Spa And Tennis Club
All resolvedTaos County Economic Development Center
Jacks Creek Campground Usfs Snf
Usfs Canjilon Lakes Campground
Upper Ranchitos Mdwcasw
1 health-basedEcho Amphitheater Usfs Carson
Canon Mdwca
1 health-basedSagebrush Inn
Battleship Picnic Ground Usfs Snf
Santa Cruz Recreation Area
San Antonio Campground Usfs Santa Fe
Pueblo Cafe
Agua Piedra Camp Ground Usfs Carson
Usfs Cimarron Cg/Shuree Ponds
Rio Grande Gorge Visitor Center (Blm)
Taos Communication Corporation (Ktao)
El Pueblo Lodge
Arroyos Del Norte Elementary School
3 health-basedHungry Gator
Usfs Elephant Rock Campground
Wally Rod, Inc
Plaza De Retiro
Las Haciendas Homeowners Wua
Santa Barbara Campground Usfs Carson
Sierra Village Campground
Chamisa Mesa High School
Usfs Carson Administration Building
Fawn Lakes And Elephant Rock Cg Usfs
All resolvedField Tract Campground Usfs Snf
Taos East Condominiums
2 health-basedUsfs - Questa Headquarters
Rio Grande Ace Hardware
Sun God Lodge
Junebug Campground - Usfs -
Wild Rivers Headquarters (Blm)
Usfs Duran Campground
Casa Valdez
Rio Bravo Campground (Blm)
All resolvedGraham'S Superette
Taos Valley Rv Park
Columbine Campground Usfs Carson
Hacienda Inn
Pilar Campground (Blm)
Vista Linda Campground Usfs Snf
Phoenix Restaurant
Amalia Costilla Community Center
All resolvedHopewell Lake Campground Usfs Carson
Agua De Taos
Inn On The Rio
La Vida Feliz Condo Association
Whiteys Brett House Restaurant
Governor, Taos Pueblo
Workingman'S Bread
Sangre De Cristo Mhp
Wild Rivers Chiflo (Blm)
Taos Inn
La Lomita Mobile Home Park
Lake Valley
National Guard Taos County Sheriff Annex
Faustin'S Trailer Court
Mabel Dodge Luhan
Taos Pueblo Bia Day School
Placita Del Medio Mdwca
Blm Petaca Campground
Enchanted Moon Rv Park
Taos Junction Campground/Rio Grande Blm
Taos Pueblo
San Geronimo Lodge
Black Canyon Campground Usfs Snf
Capulin Campground
Taos Christian Academy
Tres Piedras Headquarter Usfs Carson
1 health-basedShady Brook Cafe
Pioneer Plaza
La Sombra Campground - Carson - Usfs
El Taoseno
Sierra Village
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
How Does This Compare?
Taos (87571) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 60.
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.