Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc
EPA ID: NM3510104 · 261 people served · 1 ZIP code
EPA monitoring data for Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 261 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc serves a community with a median household income of $37,125 and an estimated 464 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?
Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc'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 1% of homes in Colfax County, New Mexico rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
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Estimated Remediation Costs
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System Overview
Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc (EPA ID: NM3510104) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 261 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87728 in Maxwell.
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
- 87728 — Maxwell
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc (NM3510104) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc serve?
Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc serves approximately 261 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Maxwell Cooperative Water Users Assoc get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.