2026 Rankings

Worst Infrastructure: New Mexico — 2026 Rankings

Last updated: August 31, 2026

360 ZIP codes ranked by Pipe Failure Risk #1: ZIP 87001 (Algodones, NM) - NaN%
Lead Violations Lowest Score Safest Flood Risk Energy Cost Radon PFAS Reliability EJ Index Homebuyer Risk CO & Gas Safest Gas Remediation Burden Unresolved Violations (by Utility) Water Equity (by Utility)

Out of 360 ZIP codes with infrastructure data in New Mexico, these areas face the highest estimated risk of water pipe failure based on infrastructure age, funding gaps, and violation history.

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ZIP codes ranked 360
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State New Mexico

Top 100 Highest Risk ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Pipe Failure Risk Risk Level Safety Score
1 87001 Algodones NM NaN% Unknown —
2 87002 Belen NM NaN% Unknown —
3 87004 Bernalillo NM NaN% Unknown 67/100
4 87005 Bluewater NM NaN% Unknown —
5 87006 Bosque NM NaN% Unknown —
6 87007 Casa Blanca NM NaN% Unknown —
7 87008 Cedar Crest NM NaN% Unknown —
8 87010 Cerrillos NM NaN% Unknown —
9 87011 Claunch NM NaN% Unknown —
10 87012 Coyote NM NaN% Unknown —
11 87013 Cuba NM NaN% Unknown —
12 87014 Cubero NM NaN% Unknown —
13 87015 Edgewood NM NaN% Unknown 61/100
14 87016 Estancia NM NaN% Unknown —
15 87017 Gallina NM NaN% Unknown —
16 87018 Counselor NM NaN% Unknown —
17 87020 Grants NM NaN% Unknown —
18 87021 Milan NM NaN% Unknown —
19 87022 Isleta NM NaN% Unknown —
20 87023 Jarales NM NaN% Unknown —
21 87024 Jemez Pueblo NM NaN% Unknown —
22 87025 Jemez Springs NM NaN% Unknown —
23 87026 Laguna NM NaN% Unknown —
24 87027 La Jara NM NaN% Unknown —
25 87028 La Joya NM NaN% Unknown —
26 87029 Lindrith NM NaN% Unknown —
27 87031 Los Lunas NM NaN% Unknown 80/100
28 87032 Mcintosh NM NaN% Unknown —
29 87034 Pueblo Of Acoma NM NaN% Unknown —
30 87035 Moriarty NM NaN% Unknown —
31 87036 Mountainair NM NaN% Unknown —
32 87037 Nageezi NM NaN% Unknown —
33 87038 New Laguna NM NaN% Unknown —
34 87040 Paguate NM NaN% Unknown —
35 87041 Pena Blanca NM NaN% Unknown —
36 87042 Peralta NM NaN% Unknown 82/100
37 87043 Placitas NM NaN% Unknown 67/100
38 87044 Ponderosa NM NaN% Unknown —
39 87045 Prewitt NM NaN% Unknown —
40 87046 Regina NM NaN% Unknown —
41 87047 Sandia Park NM NaN% Unknown 54/100
42 87048 Corrales NM NaN% Unknown 83/100
43 87049 San Fidel NM NaN% Unknown —
44 87051 San Rafael NM NaN% Unknown —
45 87052 Santo Domingo Pueblo NM NaN% Unknown 67/100
46 87053 San Ysidro NM NaN% Unknown —
47 87056 Stanley NM NaN% Unknown —
48 87059 Tijeras NM NaN% Unknown 50/100
49 87061 Torreon NM NaN% Unknown —
50 87062 Veguita NM NaN% Unknown —
51 87063 Willard NM NaN% Unknown —
52 87064 Youngsville NM NaN% Unknown —
53 87068 Bosque Farms NM NaN% Unknown 71/100
54 87070 Clines Corners NM NaN% Unknown —
55 87072 Cochiti Pueblo NM NaN% Unknown —
56 87083 Cochiti Lake NM NaN% Unknown —
57 87102 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 54/100
58 87104 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
59 87105 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
60 87106 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 54/100
61 87107 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
62 87108 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
63 87109 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
64 87110 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
65 87111 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 57/100
66 87112 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
67 87113 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 57/100
68 87114 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 56/100
69 87116 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
70 87120 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
71 87121 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 42/100
72 87122 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 52/100
73 87123 Albuquerque NM NaN% Unknown 58/100
74 87124 Rio Rancho NM NaN% Unknown 81/100
75 87144 Rio Rancho NM NaN% Unknown 75/100
76 87301 Gallup NM NaN% Unknown —
77 87305 Gallup NM NaN% Unknown —
78 87310 Brimhall NM NaN% Unknown —
79 87311 Church Rock NM NaN% Unknown —
80 87312 Continental Divide NM NaN% Unknown —
81 87313 Crownpoint NM NaN% Unknown —
82 87315 Fence Lake NM NaN% Unknown —
83 87316 Fort Wingate NM NaN% Unknown —
84 87317 Gamerco NM NaN% Unknown —
85 87319 Mentmore NM NaN% Unknown —
86 87320 Mexican Springs NM NaN% Unknown —
87 87321 Ramah NM NaN% Unknown —
88 87322 Rehoboth NM NaN% Unknown —
89 87323 Thoreau NM NaN% Unknown —
90 87325 Tohatchi NM NaN% Unknown —
91 87326 Vanderwagen NM NaN% Unknown —
92 87327 Zuni NM NaN% Unknown —
93 87328 Navajo NM NaN% Unknown —
94 87347 Jamestown NM NaN% Unknown —
95 87357 Pinehill NM NaN% Unknown —
96 87364 Sheep Springs NM NaN% Unknown —
97 87365 Smith Lake NM NaN% Unknown —
98 87375 Yatahey NM NaN% Unknown —
99 87401 Farmington NM NaN% Unknown 78/100
100 87402 Farmington NM NaN% Unknown 78/100

Methodology

Infrastructure risk rankings combine four data sources, each weighted equally (25%): (1) EPA Drinking Water Infrastructure Needs Survey (DWINS 2023) — state-level 20-year funding gap per capita for pipe replacement, treatment, and storage; (2) Census ACS housing vintage — percentage of homes built before 1980, when lead solder and galvanized pipes were common; (3) EPA SDWIS violation and enforcement data — system-level compliance history; (4) Lead and Copper Rule indicators — service line material inventories and 90th percentile lead testing results. The combined score is normalized to a 0-100% probability scale.

Data sources: EPA DWINS 2023, Census ACS, EPA SDWIS, Lead and Copper Rule data. Last updated: 2026-08-31.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does pipe failure probability mean?

Pipe failure probability estimates the likelihood of water main breaks, lead contamination from corroded pipes, or service disruptions based on infrastructure age, state funding gaps, violation history, and lead indicators. It is not a prediction of imminent failure, but a risk assessment based on known factors.

How is infrastructure risk calculated?

The risk score combines four equally weighted factors: state-level infrastructure funding gap per capita (from EPA DWINS 2023), housing vintage (Census ACS pre-1980 housing percentage), water system violation and enforcement history (EPA SDWIS), and lead exposure indicators (service line probability and testing results).

What can homeowners do about aging infrastructure?

Test your tap water annually, especially for lead. Check if your home has a lead service line through your water utility. Consider a whole-house water filter (NSF/ANSI 53 certified). Review your water system Consumer Confidence Report for violation history.

Does high risk mean my water is unsafe right now?

Not necessarily. Infrastructure risk indicates long-term vulnerability, not current contamination. However, areas with aging pipes and high violation counts have a statistically higher chance of water quality issues. Regular testing is the best way to verify your water safety.

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Disclaimer: Rankings are based on EPA, FEMA, and federal agency data. They reflect historical patterns and risk indicators, not necessarily current conditions. For the most current information, contact your local water utility or request a Consumer Confidence Report.

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