Chapelle Mdwca
EPA ID: NM3501825 · 60 people served · 1 ZIP code
Right now, Chapelle Mdwca shows 13 EPA violations marked active and unresolved — the provider continues to supply approximately 60 residents while each finding awaits closure.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 5 (2021) to 2 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Chapelle Mdwca Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade F
Service Area Demographics
The Chapelle Mdwca serves a community with a median household income of $89,112 and an estimated 395 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% 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?
Chapelle 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
Detected Contaminants
How Chapelle Mdwca compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 12 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Lead and Copper Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
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
Chapelle Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3501825) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 60 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87569 in Serafina.
Average Home Safety Score: F (33/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Health-based | Unresolved |
| September 23, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Health-based | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 12 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 6 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | Yes |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87569 | 0.004 mg/L | No | N/A |
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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ZIP Codes Served
- 87569 — Serafina
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Chapelle Mdwca (NM3501825) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chapelle Mdwca water safe to drink?
Chapelle Mdwca has recorded 13 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does Chapelle Mdwca serve?
Chapelle Mdwca serves approximately 60 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Chapelle Mdwca get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Water Source & Treatment
Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.
Source: CHAPELLE MDWCA Consumer Confidence Report.
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.
Notable events and violations
This section summarizes events the utility chose to disclose in its most recent Consumer Confidence Report, plus any federal compliance violations the utility recorded against itself. Both lists are utility-authored — ZipCheckup does not audit, judge, or reorder them.
Federal compliance violations on record
These entries are taken verbatim from the utility's CCR violations section. EPA defines four broad violation categories: Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL), Treatment Technique (TT), Monitoring & Reporting (M&R), and Public Notification (PN).
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monitoring · Ground Water Rule Triggered/Additional Minor2019-07-27/2024
MONITOR GWR TRIGGERED/ADDITONAL, MINOR
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2024-09-23/2024
LEVEL 1 ASSESS, MULTIPLE TC POS (RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2021-09-26/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2021-10-31/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2021-11-18/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2021-12-23/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2022-01-20/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2022-02-23/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2022-05-03/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2022-06-27/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2022-10-18/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
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treatment technique · Total Coliform2022-12-24/2024
LEVEL 2 ASSESSMENT, 2ND LEVEL 1(RTCR)
Violations record from CHAPELLE MDWCA Consumer Confidence Report.
ZipCheckup note: items above reflect what the utility published in its most recent CCR. Federal violation records are also tracked separately by the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) — the SDWIS record is the authoritative federal source for any specific regulatory action.
Frequently Asked Questions
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