Water Quality in MALAGA, NM (88263)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88263.
28
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
22
Monitoring / Reporting
19
Resolved
What does this mean?
19 of 28 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 22 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.
Violations Detail (28 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 19, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 15, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 9, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 9, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 25, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 25, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 25, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 25, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Public Notice
75
2024(5)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
MALAGA (88263) has 28 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 9 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.