Espanola, NM: 141 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
2 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Espanola Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 141 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.006 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.32 - above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Espanola
3 water utilities share the residential service territory in Espanola, NM - out of 5 total systems in federal records.
Overview
We track home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Espanola, New Mexico, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 19,522 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 2 ZIP codes.
1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 47 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Espanola water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0060 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)
- Zone 1 (High): 1 ZIP code
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 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 | 78 | 1 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 44 | 1 |
| Combined Radium | Radionuclides | 42 | 1 |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other | 30 | 1 |
| Barium | Inorganic | 20 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87532 | — | 141 | 47 | Espanola Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Espanola
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.
CDC Health Data for Espanola
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 Espanola
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Espanola: Remediation Cost in Perspective
While Espanola homeowners face a manageable path to remediation, the equity share sits in the moderate tier - a signal that proactive budgeting matters more here than in lower-ratio markets.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Espanola. The estimated $1,500–$3,900 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 9% above the New Mexico average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Espanola
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 Espanola 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.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Espanola
Historical NFIP data for Espanola contains 16 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $21,604. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
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>$2,400</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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