Health Violations Found NM 21 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Camino Real Regional Utility Authority

EPA ID: NM3502507 · 19,466 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Not yet resolved: 7 EPA violations at Camino Real Regional Utility Authority, affecting about 19,466 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
19,466
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
33
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
6
Contaminants Flagged
$151K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 4 (2022) to 29 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Camino Real Regional Utility Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$49,345
Median Household Income
39,160
Service Area Population
66%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
35%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Camino Real Regional Utility Authority serves a community with a median household income of $49,345 and an estimated 39,160 residents across its service area.

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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Camino Real Regional Utility Authority'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.

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

About 2% of homes in Doña Ana County, New Mexico rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Camino Real Regional Utility Authority compares to EPA limits

Barium 16 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 16 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 0700 at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Mexico

Los Lunas Water System
19,400 people
C 116 violations
Gallup Water System
20,880 people
C 18 violations
Dona Ana Mdwca
17,067 people
A 11 violations
Kirtland Air Force Base
22,500 people
0 violations
B 25 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $400
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $2,567

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $7,570

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$11,450
10 years
$22,900
20 years
$45,800

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,567 (one-time) vs. $22,900 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

CAMINO REAL REGIONAL UTILITY AUTHORITY (EPA ID: NM3502507) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 19,466 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

21 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 7 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 28, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 15, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Resolved
March 31, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
February 29, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
January 16, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Unresolved
December 30, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
December 25, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 14, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 16 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 6 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 5 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
88063 0.002 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate 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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Free 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 Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (NM3502507) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Camino Real Regional Utility Authority water safe to drink?

Camino Real Regional Utility Authority has recorded 21 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 Camino Real Regional Utility Authority serve?

Camino Real Regional Utility Authority serves approximately 19,466 people across 3 ZIP codes in New Mexico.

Where does Camino Real Regional Utility Authority 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
Groundwater
Drawn from underground aquifers via wells.

Source: CAMINO REAL REGIONAL UTILITY AUTHORITY Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
232

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

Understand PFAS health context and filtration →

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
7,496
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 19,466
Reported to New Mexico

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

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).

  • MCL · Arsenic
    01/01/2024-03/31/2024
    MCL,AVERAGE violation for Arsenic
  • MCL · Arsenic
    04/01/2024-06/30/2024
    MCL,AVERAGE violation for Arsenic
  • MCL · Arsenic
    07/01/2024-09/30/2024
    MCL,AVERAGE violation for Arsenic
  • MCL · Arsenic
    10/01/2024-12/31/2024
    MCL,AVERAGE violation for Arsenic
  • MONITOR GWR TRIGGERED/ADDITONAL,MAJOR · E. coli
    11/15/2020-07/09/2024
    MONITOR GWR TRIGGERED/ADDITONAL violation for E. coli
  • FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR)
    02/13/2020-01/17/2024
    FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR) violation
  • FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR)
    02/13/2020-12/06/2024
    FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR) violation
  • FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR)
    01/16/2024-03/22/2024
    FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR) violation
  • FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR)
    01/16/2024-08/26/2024
    FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR) violation
  • FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR)
    02/01/2024-02/01/2024
    FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR) violation
  • FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR)
    02/29/2024-08/28/2024
    FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR) violation
  • FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR)
    04/01/2024-2024
    FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR) violation
  • FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR)
    10/28/2024-2024
    FAILURE ADDRESS DEFICIENCY (GWR) violation
  • FOLLOW-UP OR ROUTINE TAP M/R (LCR)
    07/01/2024-2024
    FOLLOW-UP OR ROUTINE TAP M/R (LCR) violation
  • PUBLIC NOTICE RULE LINKED TO VIOLATION
    05/15/2024-06/30/2024
    PUBLIC NOTICE RULE LINKED TO VIOLATION

Violations record from CAMINO REAL REGIONAL UTILITY AUTHORITY 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.

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Camino Real Regional Utility Authority safe to drink? ▼
Camino Real Regional Utility Authority has a C safety grade based on 33 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Camino Real Regional Utility Authority's water? ▼
Detected contaminants include Barium, Lead and Copper Rule, Contaminant 0700, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter? ▼
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Camino Real Regional Utility Authority serve? ▼
Camino Real Regional Utility Authority serves approximately 19,466 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Camino Real Regional Utility Authority's water source? ▼
Camino Real Regional Utility Authority draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Camino Real Regional Utility Authority's water? ▼
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Camino Real Regional Utility Authority's service area? ▼
The Camino Real Regional Utility Authority service area has a median household income of $49,345. EPA EJScreen data classifies 66% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Camino Real Regional Utility Authority get its water? ▼
Camino Real Regional Utility Authority'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (EPA ID: NM3502507) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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