Water Quality in Carlsbad, NM (88210)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88210.
Active Health Violations
7 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 83% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,542
Population
17
Water Systems
28
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Carlsbad Municipal Water System
All resolvedArtesia Municipal Water System
All resolvedArtesia Rural Water Cooperative
4 health-basedCottonwood Water Mdwca
2 health-basedCottonwood Rural Water Co-Op
Morningside Water Users Cooperative
1 health-basedArtesia Country Club
R&P Rv Park
All resolvedRiverside Mdwa
Pine Rv Park
All resolvedThe Water Shoppe
Cone Construction
Sport Tee
Lewis Ranch Water Supply
Frontier Field Services
Pinehurst Subdivision
Penasco Valley School
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Carlsbad (88210) has more violations than 83% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 28.
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.