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Orogrande Mdwca

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EPA ID: NM3513919 · 92 people served · 1 ZIP code

Orogrande Mdwca recorded 1 EPA violation over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved — the utility is currently in compliance serving 92 residents.

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

B · 83

Avg Safety Score

People Served

ZIP Code Served

Violations (5yr)

Groundwater

Water Source

0.0034 mg/L

Max Lead Level

Zone 2

Radon Risk · Moderate

Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Orogrande 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.

Low Risk

Source Contamination Risk

10th

Wastewater Discharge Proximity

10th

Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Otero 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

46 yr

Avg Pipe Age

Unknown

Pipe Material

19 yr

Est. Remaining Life

Stable

Decay Status

Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Orogrande Mdwca compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation

Radon Mitigation $400

Total Estimated Cost $400

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 $400 (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

Orogrande Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3513919) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 92 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 88342 in Orogrande.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant	Category	Violations	Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule	Reporting Failure	1	No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code	Lead Level	Exceeds Limit	Sample Date
88342	0.0034 mg/L	No	N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

88342 — Orogrande

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Orogrande Mdwca (NM3513919) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orogrande Mdwca water safe to drink?

Orogrande Mdwca has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Orogrande Mdwca serve?

Orogrande Mdwca serves approximately 92 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.

Where does Orogrande Mdwca get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source

Purchased from another utility

Treated water purchased wholesale from another water system.

Source: OROGRANDE MDWCA Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

Confirmed Lead

Galvanized — Replacement Required

Unknown Material

Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1

LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types

Latest tap sample on 2017-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.

Population served: 92

Reported to New Mexico

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Orogrande Mdwca safe to drink? ▼

Orogrande Mdwca earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.

What contaminants are in Orogrande Mdwca's water? ▼

Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. 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 Orogrande Mdwca serve? ▼

Orogrande Mdwca serves approximately 92 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.

What is Orogrande Mdwca's water source? ▼

Orogrande Mdwca draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.

Is there lead in Orogrande Mdwca's water? ▼

The maximum detected lead level is 0.0034 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.

Where does Orogrande Mdwca get its water? ▼

What You Can Do

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