CITY REPORT NM 6 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Sandia Park, NM: 6 Health Violations - Home Safety 54/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Sandia Park: D.

Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.

Your top priority: consider a certified water filter (6 health violations on record). NSF certified filters →

In recent EPA cycles, Sandia Park shows a persistent below-average water quality pattern within NM - documented violations span multiple service areas and have appeared consistently across reporting periods.

How Sandia Park Compares

Sandia Park54/100
New Mexico avg65/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
D · 54
Avg Safety Score
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$399K
Median Home Value
$2,400
Est. Remediation (0.6% of home value)

Key Facts for Sandia Park Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 6 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.011 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 37% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $2,400 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 11.96.

Sandia Park's Water Providers

Structurally, Sandia Park, NM's water supply is divided. Federal data identifies 5 water systems in the area, with 3 providers serving the bulk of residential connections. These utilities operate independently, meaning rate-setting authority and EPA compliance accountability are distributed rather than centralized.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Sandia Park, New Mexico (population ~5,166), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 16,660 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. 6 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Sandia Park: D (54/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Sandia Park water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0110 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)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Contaminant 0700 Other 12 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
87047 D 6 6 Entranosa Water Association

All ZIP Codes in Sandia Park

  • 87047 [D] - 6 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Sandia Park Community Health Snapshot

9.7%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
11.6%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.7%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.7% ↓
Diabetes 11.6% ↑
Mental Health 15.7% ↑

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

What's in Sandia Park's Water?

Contaminant 0700 12 violations
Other

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

Sandia Park Infrastructure Age

1997
Median Build Year
37%
Built Before 1986
10%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

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

Housing Age Profile

With a median build year of 1997, Sandia Park's housing stock reflects a city built across multiple eras. A substantial share of homes predate 1986 - the year lead solder in plumbing was federally banned - meaning the risk from plumbing materials is unevenly distributed across the city's neighborhoods and property types.

1997
Median Year Built
37%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
10%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (10%) 1970–1986 (27%) Post-1986 (63%)

Most homes in Sandia Park were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Sandia Park

At current valuations, Sandia Park sits in the low remediation-share tier - the equity impact of fixing documented issues is proportionally minor.

Median Home Value
$399,400
Est. Remediation
$2,400
Remediation as % of home value 0.6%

Remediation costs in Sandia Park are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,600–$3,300 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 94% above the New Mexico average.

Sandia Park: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

37%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.011
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

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.

After the federal action removing lead-bearing solder from new plumbing took effect, building practice shifted - but 37% of the Sandia Park inventory predates that line. With aggregate samples near or beyond 0.015 mg/L, an in-home check moves out of the optional column into the standard list.

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

Sandia Park: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

3
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$18,187
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Sandia Park contains 3 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $18,187. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% 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.

What You Can Do in Sandia Park

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Lead testing is especially recommended given the area's lead levels.
  2. Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Contaminant 0700 can reduce the most common contaminant found in Sandia Park's water.
  3. Check your home's plumbing. With 37% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
  4. 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 Sandia Park, NM

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Sandia Park, NM?
Sandia Park has an average Home Safety Score of 54/100 (Grade D) under model 4.0.0. The score combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AQI, and is published only when all required domains are observed. 6 EPA violations have been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does Sandia Park have?
Sandia Park water systems have a total of 6 EPA violations, including 6 health-based violations. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Sandia Park water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Sandia Park is 0.011 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Sandia Park compare to New Mexico average?
Sandia Park has an average Home Safety Score of 54/100, which is below the New Mexico state average of 65/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Sandia Park?
Sandia Park is served by 5 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 5,166 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Sandia Park?
Estimated remediation costs in Sandia Park average $2,400 per household, ranging from $1,600 to $3,300. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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