Water System Report NM

Southside Mutual Domestic Water

EPA ID: NM3509924 · 1,609 people served · 1 ZIP code

Southside Mutual Domestic Water's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric — no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 1,609 residents year after year.

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

1,609
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$193K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Southside Mutual Domestic Water Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$51,283
Median Household Income
14,372
Service Area Population
55%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Southside Mutual Domestic Water serves a community with a median household income of $51,283 and an estimated 14,372 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 55% 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?

Surface Water

Southside Mutual Domestic Water's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 4% of homes in San Juan 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

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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 $1,800
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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

Southside Mutual Domestic Water (EPA ID: NM3509924) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 1,609 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 87410 in Aztec.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

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 Filter

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 Southside Mutual Domestic Water (NM3509924) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southside Mutual Domestic Water water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Southside Mutual Domestic Water has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Southside Mutual Domestic Water serve?

Southside Mutual Domestic Water serves approximately 1,609 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.

Where does Southside Mutual Domestic Water get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Southside Mutual Domestic Water meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Southside Mutual Domestic Water serve?
Southside Mutual Domestic Water serves approximately 1,609 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Southside Mutual Domestic Water's water source?
Southside Mutual Domestic Water draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Southside Mutual Domestic Water's service area?
The Southside Mutual Domestic Water service area has a median household income of $51,283. EPA EJScreen data classifies 55% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Southside Mutual Domestic Water get its water?
Southside Mutual Domestic Water's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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