ZipCheckup grade for 88312: B.
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Alto, NM (88312): 3 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 75/100
EPA data combined for 5 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Alto Lakes Water and Sanitation District)
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 88312 in Alto, NM contain 18 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 3 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 3 health-based violations and 15 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0061 mg/L is below the EPA action level, but EPA's health goal for lead is zero; filtration is advisable.
- Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
- Flood 6 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 75/100
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 88312 in Alto, New Mexico is mapped to the water system Alto Lakes Water and Sanitation District (EPA ID: NM3558514). This system provides water to approximately 2,870 people from groundwater sources.
There are 5 community water systems serving this area.
Lead & Copper in Your Water
The EPA requires water systems to monitor lead and copper levels under the Lead and Copper Rule.
| Metal | Measured Level | EPA Action Level | Status | Sample Date or Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | Action-level exceedance on record | 1.3 mg/L | Exceeds action level | Not present in ZipCheckup accepted source data |
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alto Lakes Water and Sanitation District | NM3558514 | 2,870 | Groundwater |
| Ruidoso Downs Water System | NM3513214 | 2,146 | Groundwater |
| Sun Valley Water and Sanitation District | NM3533814 | 443 | Groundwater |
| Cds Rainmakers Util Llc Rancho Ruidoso | NM3521014 | 877 | Groundwater |
| Alto Mountain Village | NM3530414 | 271 | Groundwater |
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- 87010 (Cerrillos) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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- 87021 (Milan) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 87022 (Isleta)
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 88341 (Nogal) - 5 mi
- 88345 (Ruidoso) - 6 mi - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 88355 (Ruidoso) - 7 mi
- 88346 (Ruidoso Downs) - 10 mi - 31 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 88323 (Fort Stanton) - 10 mi
- 88316 (Capitan) - 12 mi
- 88324 (Glencoe) - 14 mi - 29 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 88340 (Mescalero) - 16 mi
- 88338 (Lincoln) - 17 mi
- 88301 (Carrizozo) - 19 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Alto Lakes Water and Sanitation District (NM3558514) on EPA.gov.
3 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
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 88312 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) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (7) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Alto has 6 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Roofing Inspection & Repair
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Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 88312 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 18 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 88312 (primary system: Alto Lakes Water and Sanitation District), including 3 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 88312's water come from?
The recorded water source for Alto Lakes Water and Sanitation District, a system mapped to ZIP code 88312, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 2,870 people.
How does Alto water compare to the national average?
Alto's Home Safety Score ranks better than 51% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 72% within New Mexico.
How can I get my water tested in Alto?
If Alto Lakes Water and Sanitation District 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 88312 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 88312 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0061 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 88312?
88312 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Lincoln 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 88312?
FEMA records contain 6 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 88312; 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). Alto, NM (88312): 3 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 75/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/88312/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 88312
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88341 | Nogal, NM | 4.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88345 | Ruidoso, NM | 6.0 mi | B | 8 |
| 88355 | Ruidoso, NM | 7.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88346 | Ruidoso Downs, NM | 9.5 mi | N/A | 31 |
| 88323 | Fort Stanton, NM | 10.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88316 | Capitan, NM | 12.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88324 | Glencoe, NM | 14.1 mi | N/A | 29 |
| 88340 | Mescalero, NM | 15.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88338 | Lincoln, NM | 17.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 88301 | Carrizozo, NM | 18.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
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