La Bajada Mdwca
EPA ID: NM3502926 · 40 people served · 1 ZIP code
In every reporting cycle over the past five years, La Bajada Mdwca has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 40 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
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 2 (2023) to 4 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for La Bajada Mdwca Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The La Bajada Mdwca serves a community with a median household income of $77,847 and an estimated 848 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 41% 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?
La Bajada 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 2% of homes in Sandoval 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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
La Bajada Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3502926) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 40 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87041 in Pena Blanca.
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
- 87041 — Pena Blanca
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for La Bajada Mdwca (NM3502926) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is La Bajada Mdwca water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, La Bajada Mdwca has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does La Bajada Mdwca serve?
La Bajada Mdwca serves approximately 40 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does La Bajada Mdwca get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.