Water Quality in Las Cruces, NM (88021)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88021.
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 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,298
Population
42
Water Systems
50
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (42)
Las Cruces Municipal Water System
Lower Rio Grande Pwwa South Valley
Anthony W&Sd
1 health-basedBerino Mdwca
Lower Rio Grande Pwwa East Mesa
Desert Sands Mdwca
Federal Correctional Institution La Tuna
1 health-basedGadsden Junior High School
La Union Mds & Wa
All resolvedCbg Water Company
All resolvedAnthony Elementary School
Chamberino Mdwc & Sa
1 health-basedDesert Aire Mdw And Swa
1 health-basedAnthony Middle School
La Union Elementary School
Alto De Las Flores Mdwca
All resolvedLower Rio Grande Pwwa Rincon
All resolvedDept Of Motor Transportation
San Miguel Elementary School
San Miguel Elementary School
Mesquite Elementary School
Gisd Snp Administration Offices
Cielo Dorado Estates Homeowners Assoc
Lower Rio Grande Pwwa Valle Del Rio
La Mesa Elementary School
St Lukes Episcopal Church & School
State Line Truck Stop
Dos Lagos Country Club
Luis Portillo Water System
Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley
All resolvedAnthony Country Club
Dairy Queen - Anthony
Howard Water Supply
Rivendell Country Day School
Sands Lounge
Halls Lounge & Grill
La Vina Winery
Cal Compack Foods
Nutcracker Suite
Mesquite Mdwca
Gadsden High School
Anthony Port Of Entry
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Las Cruces (88021) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 50.
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.