Water Quality in Tierra Amarilla, NM (87575)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 87575.
Active Health Violations
4 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 76% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
938
Population
8
Water Systems
17
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (8)
Tierra Amarilla Mdwca
3 health-basedEnsenada Mdwca
All resolvedEscalante High School
1 health-basedRio Arriba County Detention Center
All resolvedLa Clinica Del Pueblo De Rio Arriba
Lake Shore Inn
Clinica Del Pueblo
El Vado Lake Resort
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Tierra Amarilla (87575) has more violations than 76% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 17.
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
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.