Water Quality in ARTESIA, NM (88210)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88210.
70
Total Violations
24
Health-Based
46
Monitoring / Reporting
66
Resolved
What does this mean?
66 of 70 violations have been resolved. 24 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 46 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 (70 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 22, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Thallium, Total | Health-Based | N/A | 0.029 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Thallium, Total | Health-Based | N/A | 0.029 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Thallium, Total | Health-Based | N/A | 0.029 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Thallium, Total | Health-Based | N/A | 0.029 | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Thallium, Total | Health-Based | N/A | 0.029 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Thallium, Total | Health-Based | N/A | 0.029 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Thallium, Total | Health-Based | N/A | 0.029 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(5)
Public Notice
75
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
2024(31)
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Thallium, Total
02
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
How Does This Compare?
ARTESIA (88210) has 70 recorded violations, including 24 health-based. 4 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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.