Arroyo Hondo, NM - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Arroyo Hondo Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 20 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0038 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 6% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $3,600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.05 - above typical levels.
Arroyo Hondo's Water Providers
Multiple utilities divide Arroyo Hondo, NM's water service - 3 leading providers among 3 on the federal register.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 1,078 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.
1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Arroyo Hondo water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0038 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 1 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 8 | 1 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | 1 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87513 | — | 20 | 2 | Lower Des Montes Mdwca |
All ZIP Codes in Arroyo Hondo
- 87513 - 20 violations ⚠
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Arroyo Hondo Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What's in Arroyo Hondo's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Arroyo Hondo Infrastructure Age
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Post-1986 construction is where the lower lead-solder risk lives, because that's when the federal ban on lead solder in plumbing took effect. In Arroyo Hondo, where the median build year is 1993, the housing stock falls broadly on the newer side of that threshold - a distribution that moderates aggregate plumbing-era risk compared to older housing markets.
Most homes in Arroyo Hondo were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Arroyo Hondo
At current valuations, Arroyo Hondo sits in the low remediation-share tier - the equity impact of fixing documented issues is proportionally minor.
Remediation costs in Arroyo Hondo are relatively low compared to home values. The $2,300–$5,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 96% above the New Mexico average.
Arroyo Hondo: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Locally, Arroyo Hondo's indicators line up: aggregate readings pass under the regulatory benchmark and the pre-rule housing footprint at 6% keeps lead in a background position.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Arroyo Hondo: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Arroyo Hondo contains 1 flood insurance claim.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The <strong>$3,600</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
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