CITY REPORT NM HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 4

Navajo Dam, NM - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$600
Est. Remediation

What You Should Know About Navajo Dam Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 14 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0007 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 42% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.45.

Who Supplies Your Water in Navajo Dam

Which water system serves a particular address in Navajo Dam, NM? The water bill or the utility can confirm it; the list here shows one system, and federal data link 1 in total.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Navajo Dam, New Mexico (population ~426), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,148 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

Navajo Dam water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0007 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
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 12 1
Public Notice Rule Reporting 8 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 6 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
87419 — 14 4 Blanco Mdwca

All ZIP Codes in Navajo Dam

  • 87419 - 14 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Navajo Dam

12%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
14.5%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19.4%
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 12% ↑
Diabetes 14.5% ↑
Mental Health 19.4% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in Navajo Dam Water

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 12 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Public Notice Rule 8 violations
Reporting
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 6 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Navajo Dam

1998
Median Build Year
42%
Built Before 1986
15%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 42% 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

Homes on the same street in Navajo Dam can differ: one may keep original pre-1986 plumbing while another has been replumbed, so the 1998 median is only a starting point.

1998
Median Year Built
42%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
15%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (15%) 1970–1986 (27%) Post-1986 (58%)

Most homes in Navajo Dam were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Navajo Dam

42%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0007
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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Navajo Dam?
EPA records list 14 EPA violations, including 4 health-based violations for Navajo Dam water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Navajo Dam water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Navajo Dam is 0.0007 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 Navajo Dam?
Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Navajo Dam. The related population figure in our data is approximately 426 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Navajo Dam?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Navajo Dam: $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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