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Taos, NM (87571): 22 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 50/100
EPA data combined for 11 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Taos Municipal Water System)
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 87571 in Taos, NM contain 61 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 22 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 22 health-based violations and 39 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.005 mg/L is below the EPA action level, but EPA's health goal for lead is zero; filtration is advisable.
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
- Flood 6 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
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Taos (87571): one critical alert.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 50/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (6) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 87571 in Taos, New Mexico is mapped to the water system Taos Municipal Water System (EPA ID: NM3507529). This system provides water to approximately 5,528 people from groundwater sources.
There are 11 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taos Municipal Water System | NM3507529 | 5,528 | Groundwater |
| Canon Mdwca | NM3505629 | 200 | Groundwater |
| Ranchos De Taos Mdwca | NM3507029 | 750 | Groundwater |
| El Valle De Los Ranchos W & Sd | NM3503129 | 48 | Groundwater |
| Lower Des Montes Mdwca | NM3574729 | 319 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in New Mexico
- 87001 (Algodones)
- 87002 (Belen) - 91 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87004 (Bernalillo) - 29 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87005 (Bluewater)
- 87006 (Bosque)
- 87007 (Casa Blanca)
- 87008 (Cedar Crest) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87009 (Cedarvale)
- 87010 (Cerrillos) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87011 (Claunch)
- 87012 (Coyote)
- 87013 (Cuba)
- 87014 (Cubero)
- 87015 (Edgewood) - 23 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87016 (Estancia)
- 87017 (Gallina)
- 87018 (Counselor)
- 87020 (Grants) - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87021 (Milan) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87022 (Isleta)
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 87529 (El Prado) - 3 mi - 10 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87557 (Ranchos De Taos) - 4 mi - 23 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87514 (Arroyo Seco) - 9 mi - 25 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87517 (Carson) - 10 mi
- 87580 (Valdez) - 12 mi - 25 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87513 (Arroyo Hondo) - 14 mi - 20 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87564 (San Cristobal) - 15 mi
- 87525 (Taos Ski Valley) - 16 mi - 26 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87553 (Penasco) - 17 mi - 17 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87579 (Vadito) - 18 mi - 17 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Taos Municipal Water System (NM3507529) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 87571 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.
The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Protect Your Home in Taos
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Taos has 6 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 87571 was built around 1989. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
Estimate Your Home Maintenance CostsRoofing Inspection & Repair
Active weather alerts in New Mexico increase the risk of roof damage from hail and high winds. A professional inspection can identify vulnerabilities.
Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 87571 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 61 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 87571 (primary system: Taos Municipal Water System), including 22 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 87571's water come from?
The recorded water source for Taos Municipal Water System, a system mapped to ZIP code 87571, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 5,528 people.
How does Taos water compare to the national average?
Taos's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 93% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 98% of ZIP codes within New Mexico.
How can I get my water tested in Taos?
If Taos Municipal Water System supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 87571 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 87571 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.005 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 87571?
87571 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Taos County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 87571?
FEMA records contain 6 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 87571; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Taos, NM (87571): 22 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 50/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/87571/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 87571
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87529 | El Prado, NM | 2.6 mi | N/A | 10 |
| 87557 | Ranchos De Taos, NM | 4.3 mi | N/A | 23 |
| 87514 | Arroyo Seco, NM | 9.1 mi | N/A | 25 |
| 87517 | Carson, NM | 10.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 87580 | Valdez, NM | 12.1 mi | N/A | 25 |
| 87513 | Arroyo Hondo, NM | 14.0 mi | N/A | 20 |
| 87564 | San Cristobal, NM | 15.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 87525 | Taos Ski Valley, NM | 15.6 mi | N/A | 26 |
| 87553 | Penasco, NM | 16.7 mi | N/A | 17 |
| 87579 | Vadito, NM | 18.1 mi | N/A | 17 |
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