Lakewood, NM (88254): 4 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems
EPA data for Artesia Rural Water Cooperative
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 88254 in Lakewood, NM contain 4 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 4 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 4 health-based violations (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.001 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.
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Your Water System
ZIP code 88254 in Lakewood, New Mexico is mapped to the water system Artesia Rural Water Cooperative (EPA ID: NM3530608). This system provides water to approximately 1,950 people from groundwater sources.
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Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 88211 (Artesia) - 8 mi
- 88210 (Artesia) - 14 mi - 13 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 88220 (Carlsbad) - 17 mi - 56 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 88221 (Carlsbad) - 21 mi
- 88250 (Hope) - 25 mi - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 88253 (Lake Arthur) - 25 mi - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 88255 (Loco Hills) - 26 mi
- 88256 (Loving) - 30 mi
- 88268 (Whites City) - 32 mi
- 88232 (Hagerman) - 33 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Artesia Rural Water Cooperative (NM3530608) 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.
Compliance History
Environmental Hazards (9) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (6) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 88254 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 4 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 88254 (primary system: Artesia Rural Water Cooperative), including 4 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 88254's water come from?
The recorded water source for Artesia Rural Water Cooperative, a system mapped to ZIP code 88254, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,950 people.
How can I get my water tested in Lakewood?
If Artesia Rural Water Cooperative 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 88254 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 88254 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.00099 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2024-12-31). 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 88254?
88254 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Eddy 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
ZipCheckup. (2026). Lakewood, NM (88254): 4 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/88254/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 88254
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88211 | Artesia, NM | 8.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88210 | Artesia, NM | 14.2 mi | B | 13 |
| 88220 | Carlsbad, NM | 17.1 mi | C | 56 |
| 88221 | Carlsbad, NM | 20.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88250 | Hope, NM | 24.6 mi | N/A | 4 |
| 88253 | Lake Arthur, NM | 25.0 mi | N/A | 4 |
| 88255 | Loco Hills, NM | 25.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88256 | Loving, NM | 29.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88268 | Whites City, NM | 31.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88232 | Hagerman, NM | 32.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
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