Gonzales Ranch Mdwca
EPA ID: NM3500625 · 114 people served · 1 ZIP code
Zero EPA violations over five years — Gonzales Ranch Mdwca has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 114.
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 1 (2021) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Gonzales Ranch Mdwca Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Gonzales Ranch Mdwca serves a community with a median household income of $28,801 and an estimated 1,804 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?
Gonzales Ranch 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.
About 4% of homes in San Miguel County, New Mexico rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Gonzales Ranch Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3500625) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 114 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87560 in Ribera.
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
- 87560 — Ribera
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Gonzales Ranch Mdwca (NM3500625) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gonzales Ranch Mdwca water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Gonzales Ranch Mdwca has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Gonzales Ranch Mdwca serve?
Gonzales Ranch Mdwca serves approximately 114 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Gonzales Ranch Mdwca get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.