Truth or Consequences
EPA ID: NM3514327 · 6,783 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Truth or Consequences (NM3514327): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. Federal compliance records for Truth or Consequences list 3 open violations that have not yet been resolved - the utility serves approximately 6,783 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Truth or Consequences Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Truth or Consequences serves a community with a median household income of $33,830 and an estimated 7,573 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% 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?
Truth or Consequences'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Truth or Consequences compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Contaminant 0700 at 17 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Truth or Consequences (EPA ID: NM3514327) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 6,783 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 16 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 30, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | Revised Total Coliform 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 | 17 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00086 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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
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
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 Truth or Consequences (NM3514327) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Truth or Consequences water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 current health-based noncompliance records for Truth or Consequences. 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 Truth or Consequences serve?
Truth or Consequences serves approximately 6,783 people across 2 ZIP codes in New Mexico.
Where does Truth or Consequences get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.
Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.
Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →
How Water Systems Appear in Rankings
Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.
- #50 / 100 Most Unresolved Health Violations (U.S.)
- #77 / 100 Highest Exposure Burden (U.S.)
- #22 / 43 Most Disadvantaged Populations Served (New Mexico)
- #5 / 30 Highest Exposure Burden (New Mexico)
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Truth or Consequences (NM): 17 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nm3514327/
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