Rutheron Mutual Water Association
EPA ID: NM3502221 · 90 people served · 1 ZIP code
Five clean years on EPA record — Rutheron Mutual Water Association, 90 residents served.
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 (2022) to 2 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Rutheron Mutual Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Rutheron Mutual Water Association's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
About 3% of homes in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
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
Rutheron Mutual Water Association (EPA ID: NM3502221) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 90 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87551 in Los Ojos.
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
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ZIP Codes Served
- 87551 — Los Ojos
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Rutheron Mutual Water Association (NM3502221) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rutheron Mutual Water Association water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Rutheron Mutual Water Association has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Rutheron Mutual Water Association serve?
Rutheron Mutual Water Association serves approximately 90 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Rutheron Mutual Water Association get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.