CITY REPORT NM HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 4

Lake Arthur, NM - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations

Zone 2

County Radon Potential (Moderate)

$217K

Median Home Value

$600

Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

Key Facts for Lake Arthur Residents

Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations since 2021.
Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.001 mg/L.
Homes built before 1986: 55% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.77.

Lake Arthur's Water Providers

Public water system records for Lake Arthur, NM point to a single listed provider, drawn from 1 system in the federal data; its violation record appears below.

Artesia Rural Water Cooperative
Serves ~1,950 people 4 violations

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lake Arthur, New Mexico (population ~915), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,950 people region-wide. 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. 4 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Lake Arthur water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0010 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

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant	Category	Violations	ZIPs Affected
Thallium	Inorganic	8	1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	Violations	Health-Based	System
88253	—	4	4	Artesia Rural Water Cooperative

All ZIP Codes in Lake Arthur

88253 - 4 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.

Lake Arthur Community Health Snapshot

9.9%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

14.3%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

17.3%

Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.9% ↑

Diabetes 14.3% ↑

Mental Health 17.3% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Lake Arthur's Water?

Thallium 8 violations

Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.002 mg/L

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Lake Arthur Infrastructure Age

1987

Median Build Year

55%

Built Before 1986

45%

Built Before 1970

Copper

Likely Pipe Material

With 55% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Viewed through the lens of construction era, Lake Arthur has a median build year of 1987; houses completed ahead of 1986 can hold lead-bearing solder or fittings.

1987

Median Year Built

55%

Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)

45%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

Pre-1970 (45%) 1970–1986 (10%) Post-1986 (45%)

Over half of homes in Lake Arthur were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Lake Arthur

Relative to home values, Lake Arthur remediation estimates run low.

Median Home Value

$217,300

Est. Remediation

$600

Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Lake Arthur can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 6% above the New Mexico average.

Lake Arthur: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

55%

Homes Built Before 1986

0.001

mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Lake Arthur, NM

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

4 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.001 mg/L average of reported 90th-percentile lead results

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Infrastructure

Water system age, source indicators, and CO/gas safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Lake Arthur?

EPA records list 4 EPA violations, including 4 health-based violations for Lake Arthur water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.

Does Lake Arthur water have lead?

The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Lake Arthur is 0.001 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.

How many water systems serve Lake Arthur?

Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Lake Arthur. The related population figure in our data is approximately 915 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.

How much does it cost to fix water issues in Lake Arthur?

Estimated remediation cost per household in Lake Arthur: $600; modeled range $300 to $1,500. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.

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