Water System Report NM

San Pablo Mdwca

EPA ID: NM3500607 ยท 548 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for San Pablo Mdwca (NM3500607): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring history at San Pablo Mdwca shows a clean slate - EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 548 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS

548
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$201K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for San Pablo Mdwca Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$56,313
Median Household Income
29,701
Service Area Population
66%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The San Pablo Mdwca serves a community with a median household income of $56,313 and an estimated 29,701 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 66% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

San Pablo Mdwca'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.012 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Mexico

Penasco Mdwca
549 people
5 violations
Chamisal Mdwca
550 people
1 violation
32 violations
1 violation
6 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $250
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,300 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

San Pablo Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3500607) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 548 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NM or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for San Pablo Mdwca (NM3500607) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is San Pablo Mdwca water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for San Pablo Mdwca in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does San Pablo Mdwca serve?

San Pablo Mdwca serves approximately 548 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Mexico.

Where does San Pablo Mdwca get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
San Pablo Mdwca meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does San Pablo Mdwca serve?
San Pablo Mdwca serves approximately 548 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is San Pablo Mdwca's water source?
San Pablo Mdwca draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of San Pablo Mdwca's service area?
The San Pablo Mdwca service area has a median household income of $56,313. EPA EJScreen data classifies 66% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does San Pablo Mdwca get its water?
San Pablo Mdwca'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). San Pablo Mdwca Water Quality Report, NM. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nm3500607/
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