Water Quality in Los Alamos, NM: No Violations - Grade N/A
1 water system · 1 directly mapped ZIP records
Available EPA records report no violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts for Los Alamos. This does not cover unavailable records or guarantee a specific tap is contaminant-free.
Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Water Quality by ZIP Code in Los Alamos
This table shows typed EPA water evidence only. Missing violation counts are displayed as N/A, not zero.
| ZIP Code | Violations | Health | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87544 | 0 | 0 | View report → |
Water Quality Overview
Los Alamos, New Mexico has directly mapped EPA water-system data for 1 ZIP codes. This page reports typed compliance facts and does not relabel the multi-source Home Safety Score as a drinking-water grade.
The available EPA records report no violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP record with reported counts for Los Alamos. This does not guarantee the absence of contaminants.
Lead Levels
The average 90th percentile lead level across Los Alamos water systems is 0.0008 mg/L - within EPA limits. No exceedances appear among the 1 ZIP records with known lead status.
With 65% of homes built before 1986, Los Alamos has a higher-than-average risk of lead from older plumbing. Lead solder was banned in 1986, and homes built before this date may have lead in pipes, solder joints, or fixtures.
Water Systems Serving Los Alamos
Los Alamos is served by 1 community water system regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. These systems collectively serve approximately 13,806 people across 2 ZIP codes.
Each water system is identified by a Public Water System ID (PWSID) and is required to:
- Test for over 90 regulated contaminants on a regular schedule
- Report results to the EPA and state regulators
- Issue an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) to all customers
- Take corrective action when violations occur
How to Check Your Water in Los Alamos
Enter your ZIP code on ZipCheckup to see your specific water system data, including contaminant levels and violation history
Request your CCR - your water utility must provide an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results for all monitored contaminants
Get a home test - certified kits cost $20–$50 and test for lead, bacteria, and common contaminants. Professional lab tests ($150–$400) cover a broader panel
Consider filtration - NSF-certified filters can remove specific contaminants. Reverse osmosis removes the broadest range; activated carbon is effective for chlorine and many organics
Check for advisories - monitor your local utility website and local news for boil water advisories or system alerts
Los Alamos vs. Nearby New Mexico Cities
How Los Alamos's water quality compares to similar cities in New Mexico:
| City | Direct EPA ZIPs | Violations | Systems | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Alamos | 1 | 0 | 1 | 13,806 |
| Aztec | 1 | 29 | 5 | 14,372 |
| Edgewood | 1 | 23 | 5 | 14,476 |
| Bloomfield | 1 | 57 | 5 | 14,966 |
Common Questions About Los Alamos Water
These are the most common questions residents search for about water quality in Los Alamos, New Mexico:
Is Los Alamos water hard or soft? Water hardness varies by source. Los Alamos's 1 water system uses a single source. Check your ZIP code report for specific hardness data.
Can I drink Los Alamos tap water? City-level EPA records cannot determine safety at a specific tap. No health-based violations are recorded across 1 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts, but this is not a property-level safety guarantee.
What is the best water filter for Los Alamos? A NSF/ANSI 53-certified filter for lead removal is a good general choice. See our Water Filter Matcher for personalized recommendations.
Los Alamos vs. New Mexico Average
Understanding how Los Alamos compares to the broader New Mexico average helps contextualize your local water quality. Factors like water source, treatment methods, and infrastructure age all contribute to differences between cities in the same state.
To see how individual neighborhoods compare, check the ZIP code reports below - water quality can vary significantly even within Los Alamos.
ZIP Codes in Los Alamos
Los Alamos spans 2 ZIP codes. EPA water-system coverage is available for 1 directly mapped ZIP code. Check each ZIP code for detailed contaminant data, violation history, and system information.
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
- Enforcement: EPA ECHO database
- Filter recommendations: NSF/ANSI certified products
Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.