Water Quality in LOVINGTON, NM (88260)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88260.

309

Total Violations

209

Health-Based

100

Monitoring / Reporting

286

Resolved

What does this mean?

286 of 309 violations have been resolved. 209 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 100 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: 24 Population served: 15,239

Violations Detail (309 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 30, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AAug 30, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 19, 2025ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.014Jun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A5.8Jun 30, 2025ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 28, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(40)

E. COLI

34

Aug 30Active

E. COLI

34

Aug 30Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 19Active

E. COLI

34

Jul 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jul 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 14Active

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Mar 20Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Mar 20Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Mar 20Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Mar 20Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Mar 20Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Mar 20Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Mar 20Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Mar 20Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Mar 20Active

E. COLI

34

Feb 27Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 27Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 27Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 17Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 15Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 15Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 15Active

2024(56)

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Dec 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Dec 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Dec 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Dec 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

20

Dec 23Active

Groundwater Rule

20

Dec 23Active

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

Fluoride

02

Sep 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Sep 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Sep 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Feb 29Resolved

Chlorine

27

Feb 29Resolved

Chlorine

27

Feb 29Resolved

Chlorine

27

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

LOVINGTON (88260) has 309 recorded violations, including 209 health-based. 23 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

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.

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