Water Quality in LAS CRUCES, NM (88007)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88007.

181

Total Violations

99

Health-Based

82

Monitoring / Reporting

179

Resolved

What does this mean?

179 of 181 violations have been resolved. 99 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 82 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.

Water systems: 14 Population served: 108,483

Violations Detail (181 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 29, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 29, 2025ResolvedN/A
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A17Jun 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A17Jun 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ActiveN/A
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A16Mar 31, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A16Mar 31, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A16Mar 31, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A21Dec 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
NitrateHealth-BasedN/A21Dec 31, 2024ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(8)

Public Notice

75

Jul 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 29Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 30Active

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

2024(54)

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 17Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Sep 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 30Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

01

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 24Resolved

How Does This Compare?

LAS CRUCES (88007) has 181 recorded violations, including 99 health-based. 2 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

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.

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