Water Quality in FORT SUMNER, NM (88119)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88119.
22
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
16
Monitoring / Reporting
16
Resolved
What does this mean?
16 of 22 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 16 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.
Violations Detail (22 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 19, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 19, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 19, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 19, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 19, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 19, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 22, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 8, 2023 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 8, 2023 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 8, 2023 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(7)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Public Notice
75
2023(4)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
How Does This Compare?
FORT SUMNER (88119) has 22 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 6 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.
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.