Water Quality in Sandia Park, NM: 6 Violations - Grade N/A
5 water systems · 1 directly mapped ZIP records
Available EPA records report 6 violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts for Sandia Park. This is compliance evidence, not a property-level tap-water verdict.
Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Water Quality by ZIP Code in Sandia Park
This table shows typed EPA water evidence only. Missing violation counts are displayed as N/A, not zero.
| ZIP Code | Violations | Health | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87047 | 6 | 6 | View report → |
Violation Trend
EPA violations recorded for water systems serving Sandia Park.
| Year | Total violations | Health-based |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 |
Water Quality Overview
Sandia Park, 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 6 violations, including 6 health-based violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP record with reported counts.
Lead Levels
The average 90th percentile lead level across Sandia Park water systems is 0.0110 mg/L - within EPA limits. No exceedances appear among the 1 ZIP records with known lead status.
Water Systems Serving Sandia Park
Sandia Park is served by 5 community water systems regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. These systems collectively serve approximately 5,166 people across 1 ZIP code.
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
The EPA has taken 10 enforcement actions against water systems serving Sandia Park. Enforcement actions range from informal compliance assistance to formal orders and penalties.
How to Check Your Water in Sandia Park
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
Violation Trend Over Time
Year-by-year EPA violations recorded for water systems serving Sandia Park:
| Year | Total Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 |
Violation counts have remained stable over the observed period.
EPA Enforcement History
The EPA and state regulators have taken 9 enforcement actions against water systems serving Sandia Park. Recent actions:
| Date | Action Type |
|---|---|
| 2026-02-24 | State Informal Action |
| 2026-02-22 | State Informal Action |
| 2026-02-09 | State Informal Action |
| 2026-02-09 | State Informal Enforcement |
| 2025-08-29 | State Informal Action |
| 2025-04-29 | State Order Extension |
| 2023-08-17 | State Order Extension |
| 2023-07-03 | State Informal Action |
| 2023-04-11 | State Informal Action |
Enforcement actions range from informal compliance assistance to formal orders and penalties. The most recent action was on 2026-02-24.
Sandia Park vs. Nearby New Mexico Cities
How Sandia Park's water quality compares to similar cities in New Mexico:
| City | Direct EPA ZIPs | Violations | Systems | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandia Park | 1 | 6 | 5 | 5,166 |
| Crownpoint | 0 | N/A | 0 | 5,140 |
| Cuba | 0 | N/A | 0 | 5,314 |
| Church Rock | 1 | 13 | 1 | 4,941 |
Common Questions About Sandia Park Water
These are the most common questions residents search for about water quality in Sandia Park, New Mexico:
Is Sandia Park water hard or soft? Water hardness varies by source. Sandia Park's 5 water systems use multiple sources. Check your ZIP code report for specific hardness data.
Can I drink Sandia Park tap water? City-level EPA records cannot determine safety at a specific tap. The measured subset contains 6 health-based violations; check the affected utility record and consider certified testing.
What is the best water filter for Sandia Park? A NSF/ANSI 53-certified filter for lead removal is a good general choice. See our Water Filter Matcher for personalized recommendations.
Sandia Park vs. New Mexico Average
Understanding how Sandia Park 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 Sandia Park.
ZIP Codes in Sandia Park
Sandia Park spans 1 ZIP code. 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.