Water Quality in Portales, NM (88130)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88130.
Active Health Violations
3 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 75% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
17,842
Population
10
Water Systems
16
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Portales Water System
All resolvedRoosevelt County Wua
1 health-basedRoosevelt County Water Co-Op
Sunset Acres Water Company
2 health-basedOasis State Park
Blackwater Draw Rest Area
Ryans Water Service
Curbside Caterers/Pizza Boy
Transwestern Pipeline Station P-1
Wagon Wheel Rv Park
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Portales (88130) has more violations than 75% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 16.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.