Water Quality Report

Rincon, NM (87940): 2 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data for Garfield Mdwca

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 87940 in Rincon, NM contain 2 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality Concerns 2 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk Below action level 0.0018 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2025-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 2 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0018 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
2 violations
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record Consumer Confidence Report: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
1
Water System
2,504
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Reported Lead Result
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
96/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
Unknown
Evidence missing
Annual EPA AirData AQI
75/100
Observed

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
Unknown
Outdoor environment
75/100

Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

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Your Water System

ZIP code 87940 in Rincon, New Mexico is mapped to the water system Garfield Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3529007). This system provides water to approximately 2,504 people from groundwater sources.

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Garfield Mdwca (NM3529007) 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.

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Based on local data for ZIP 87940, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 87940 was built around 1962. 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

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Rincon is 1962; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1962 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 87940 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 2 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 87940 (primary system: Garfield Mdwca), including 0 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 87940's water come from?

The recorded water source for Garfield Mdwca, a system mapped to ZIP code 87940, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 2,504 people.

How can I get my water tested in Rincon?

If Garfield Mdwca 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 87940 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 87940 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0018 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 87940?

87940 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Doña Ana County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Rincon, NM (87940): 2 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/87940/
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Page version: October 2026.

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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 87940

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87937 Hatch, NM 5.5 mi N/A 4
87941 Salem, NM 9.4 mi N/A 3
87936 Garfield, NM 13.7 mi N/A 3
88054 Radium Springs, NM 14.7 mi N/A 0
87933 Derry, NM 15.5 mi N/A 0
88012 Las Cruces, NM 17.8 mi N/A 26
88013 Las Cruces, NM 17.8 mi N/A 0
87930 Arrey, NM 19.7 mi N/A 0
88004 Las Cruces, NM 21.9 mi N/A 0
87654 Spaceport City, NM 23.5 mi N/A 0

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