Water Quality in CLOUDCROFT, NM (88317)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 88317.
102
Total Violations
19
Health-Based
83
Monitoring / Reporting
92
Resolved
What does this mean?
92 of 102 violations have been resolved. 19 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 83 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 (102 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 28, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 26, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(11)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Public Notice
75
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(24)
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Public Notice
76
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
How Does This Compare?
CLOUDCROFT (88317) has 102 recorded violations, including 19 health-based. 10 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.