Water Quality in Hobbs, NM (88260)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88260.
Active Health Violations
51 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
15,160
Population
25
Water Systems
85
Violations (5yr)
51
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (25)
Hobbs Municipal Water Supply
Lovington Municipal Water Supply
8 health-basedContinental Oil Company
Glens Bar
Pioneer Steakhouse
Shamrock Cafe
Hi Lonesome Depot
Desert Rain
Tommys Game Fowl Farm
Arsbon Lea County Roadside Pk.
Lovington Auction Barn
Lils 380 Cafe
Lovington Country Club
1 health-basedTerrells Mobile Home Park
37 health-basedLea County Electric Cooperative Inc
5 health-basedJunction Bar (Arkansas Junct)
Border Bar
New Tex Grocery & Station
Warren Petroleum - Vada Plant
Vfw Post 9477
Arctic Ice Co
Cotton Club
Mobile Oil - Buckeye
New Mexico Pipe And Supply
Dynergy Midstream - Saunders
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
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 2024
How Does This Compare?
Hobbs (88260) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 85.
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.