Current Health-Based Noncompliance NM 5 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Coal Basin Dwua

EPA ID: NM3508217 ยท 116 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Coal Basin Dwua (NM3508217): 5 unresolved EPA violations on record. Coal Basin Dwua's current EPA file includes 5 unresolved violations - every outstanding finding is documented in federal records for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 116 residents across its service territory.

Data: EPA SDWIS

116
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
9
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.046 mg/L
Max Lead Level - Exceeds Limit
3
Contaminants Flagged
$86K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Coal Basin Dwua Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$46,651
Median Household Income
26,528
Service Area Population
82%
Disadvantaged Population
90th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Coal Basin Dwua serves a community with a median household income of $46,651 and an estimated 26,528 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 82% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Coal Basin Dwua'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

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Coal Basin Dwua compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Lead Exposure - Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $4,298

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,930
10 years
$19,860
20 years
$39,720

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,300 (one-time) vs. $19,860 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

Coal Basin Dwua (EPA ID: NM3508217) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 116 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 5 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
October 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
August 23, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 23, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 23, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 23, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
October 23, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
October 23, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP 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
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 5 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.046 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

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 Coal Basin Dwua (NM3508217) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coal Basin Dwua water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 current health-based noncompliance records for Coal Basin Dwua. 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 Coal Basin Dwua serve?

Coal Basin Dwua serves approximately 116 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Mexico.

Where does Coal Basin Dwua get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Coal Basin Dwua's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 0700, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 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 Coal Basin Dwua serve?
Coal Basin Dwua serves approximately 116 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Coal Basin Dwua's water source?
Coal Basin Dwua draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Coal Basin Dwua's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.046 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of Coal Basin Dwua's service area?
The Coal Basin Dwua service area has a median household income of $46,651. EPA EJScreen data classifies 82% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Coal Basin Dwua get its water?
Coal Basin Dwua'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.

How to cite this page

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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 โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Coal Basin Dwua (EPA ID: NM3508217) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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