Water Quality in Carlsbad, NM (88220)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88220.
Active Health Violations
30 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 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
39,828
Population
33
Water Systems
60
Violations (5yr)
30
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (33)
Carlsbad Municipal Water System
All resolvedArtesia Municipal Water System
All resolvedCarlsbad Caverns National Park
1 health-basedSouthwest Purity Water
Eddy Potash Corporation
Happy Valley Cooperative Water Works
1 health-basedEllipse Global
14 health-basedMosaic Potash Carlsbad Inc
1 health-basedCarc Washington Ranch
Western Ag
Intrepid Potash East
National Potash Company
Horizon Potash Corporation
Intrepid Potash West
Seven Rivers Farm & Cattle Co.
Fountain Steak Room
Skyridge Christian Youth Camp
Seven Rivers Farm & Cattle Co.
Heath Trailer Park
Black River Center For Learning
12 health-basedOrchard Lane Trailer Park
Intrepid Potash North
Marion Street Water Co-Op
Normas Potable Water Service
Rattlesnake Springs
Signal Peak-Gmnp
Pratt Lodge
Gmnp-Frijole Information Stati
Jewel Street Water Co-Op
Waste Isolation Pilot Project
Black River Christian Camp
Branding Iron Saloon
Queen Rv Park And Restaurant
1 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Carlsbad (88220) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 60.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.