Fort Bayard, NM Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike better-scoring cities in NM, Fort Bayard records health-based violations across a meaningful portion of its service areas — the overall safety grade is well below average.
How Fort Bayard Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Fort Bayard Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.26 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Fort Bayard
The structure of water supply in Fort Bayard, NM is straightforward: one utility provides the bulk of residential service among 1 tracked system, concentrating rate-setting and infrastructure decisions under a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Fort Bayard, New Mexico, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 203 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Fort Bayard — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Fort Bayard: D (53/100)
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
Fort Bayard water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Fort Bayard
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88036 | D | HANOVER MDWCA | 203 |
All ZIP Codes in Fort Bayard
- 88036 [D]
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 Fort Bayard
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 You Can Do in Fort Bayard
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Fort Bayard, NM