Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley
EPA ID: NM3513107 · 63 people served · 1 ZIP code
Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 63 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley serves a community with a median household income of $33,781 and an estimated 2,689 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 66% 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?
Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley'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 Doña Ana 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
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
Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley (EPA ID: NM3513107) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 63 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 88072 in Vado.
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
- 88072 — Vado
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley (NM3513107) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley serve?
Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley serves approximately 63 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Lower Rio Grande Pwwa High Valley get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.