Loma Escondida Water Association
EPA ID: NM3500432 · 89 people served · 1 ZIP code
Federal monitoring records confirm Loma Escondida Water Association has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 89 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 2 (2021) to 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Loma Escondida Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Loma Escondida Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $51,537 and an estimated 21,375 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 67% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Loma Escondida Water Association's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
About 1% of homes in Valencia County, New Mexico rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in New Mexico
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Loma Escondida Water Association (EPA ID: NM3500432) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 89 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87002 in Belen.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 87002 — Belen
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Loma Escondida Water Association (NM3500432) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Loma Escondida Water Association water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Loma Escondida Water Association has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Loma Escondida Water Association serve?
Loma Escondida Water Association serves approximately 89 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Loma Escondida Water Association get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.