Clovis, NM: 2 Health Violations — 77/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Drinking water tracked for Clovis by NM authorities posts above-average scores — the majority of systems are free from health-based exceedances and the city's grade sits above the state median.
How Clovis Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Clovis Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 26 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.001 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,550 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.71 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Clovis
Multiple utilities divide Clovis, NM's water service — 3 leading providers among 6 on the federal register.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Clovis, New Mexico, covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 45,157 people.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Clovis: B (77/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Clovis water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0010 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 21 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 3 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88101 | B | 13 | 1 | Epcor Water New Mexico Inc. Clovis |
| 88102 | B | 13 | 1 | Epcor Water New Mexico Inc. Clovis |
All ZIP Codes in Clovis
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
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Clovis
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Clovis
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Clovis: Remediation Cost in Perspective
What does remediation cost in financial context for Clovis homeowners? Proportionally very little — the equity share here is low, and addressing documented issues is a manageable planning question rather than a material financial burden.
Remediation costs in Clovis are relatively low compared to home values. The $700–$2,700 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 21% below the New Mexico average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Clovis
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.
Lead risk in Clovis appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Clovis
55 FEMA flood insurance claims are on file for Clovis, and 50% of local ZIP codes fall within federally designated flood zones — enough to put flood exposure on the planning radar, though short of the concentrated-risk threshold where treatment-system vulnerability becomes a primary consideration.
Clovis has a moderate flood history with 55 FEMA claims averaging $10,167 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,550</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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