Water Quality in CARLSBAD, NM (88220)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88220.

204

Total Violations

130

Health-Based

74

Monitoring / Reporting

191

Resolved

What does this mean?

191 of 204 violations have been resolved. 130 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 74 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.

Water systems: 32 Population served: 41,124

Violations Detail (204 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 15, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 15, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 15, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 15, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(5)

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Groundwater Rule

73

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

73

Mar 31Resolved

2024(95)

E. COLI

34

Nov 15Resolved

E. COLI

34

Nov 15Resolved

E. COLI

34

Nov 15Resolved

E. COLI

34

Nov 15Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 19Active

E. COLI

34

Jul 19Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Apr 25Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Active

How Does This Compare?

CARLSBAD (88220) has 204 recorded violations, including 130 health-based. 13 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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