Greater Chimayo Mdwca
EPA ID: NM3502426 · 1,050 people served · 4 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Greater Chimayo Mdwca (NM3502426): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. EPA records: Greater Chimayo Mdwca, 8 past violations, all resolved, 1,050 served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Greater Chimayo Mdwca Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Greater Chimayo Mdwca serves a community with a median household income of $39,632 and an estimated 5,090 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 64% 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?
Greater Chimayo 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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Greater Chimayo Mdwca compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
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
Greater Chimayo Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3502426) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 1,050 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 8 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2022 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 4 | No |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | Yes |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 1 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0023 mg/L | No | N/A |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
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
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
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 Greater Chimayo Mdwca (NM3502426) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greater Chimayo Mdwca water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Greater Chimayo Mdwca; its 8 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Greater Chimayo Mdwca serve?
Greater Chimayo Mdwca serves approximately 1,050 people across 4 ZIP codes in New Mexico.
Where does Greater Chimayo Mdwca get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Greater Chimayo Mdwca (NM): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nm3502426/
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What You Can Do
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