Current Health-Based Noncompliance NM 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Tesuque Mdwca

EPA ID: NM3505326 ยท 258 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Tesuque Mdwca (NM3505326): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Tesuque Mdwca carried 2 violations still marked as unresolved - each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 258 people across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS

258
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0024 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$524K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Tesuque Mdwca Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$90,504
Median Household Income
16,055
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Tesuque Mdwca serves a community with a median household income of $90,504 and an estimated 16,055 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Tesuque 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Tesuque Mdwca compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Contaminant 0700 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in New Mexico

Rosedale Mdwca
254 people
0 violations
Liberty Mdwca
266 people
9 violations
10 violations
Monument Mdwca
279 people
3 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,600

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,600 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Tesuque Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3505326) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 258 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 87506 in Santa Fe.

Violation History

2 current health-based noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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
August 16, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
August 16, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 2 Yes

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0024 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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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 Tesuque Mdwca (NM3505326) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tesuque Mdwca water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current health-based noncompliance records for Tesuque Mdwca. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Tesuque Mdwca serve?

Tesuque Mdwca serves approximately 258 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.

Where does Tesuque Mdwca get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Tesuque Mdwca's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 0700. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Tesuque Mdwca serve?
Tesuque Mdwca serves approximately 258 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Tesuque Mdwca's water source?
Tesuque Mdwca draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Tesuque Mdwca's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0024 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Tesuque Mdwca's service area?
The Tesuque Mdwca service area has a median household income of $90,504. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Tesuque Mdwca get its water?
Tesuque 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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

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