Tecolotito Mdwca
EPA ID: NM3519425 · 246 people served · 1 ZIP code
Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Tecolotito Mdwca — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 246 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Tecolotito Mdwca Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Tecolotito Mdwca serves a community with a median household income of $28,801 and an estimated 1,804 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?
Tecolotito 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.
About 4% of homes in San Miguel 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
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
Tecolotito Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3519425) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 246 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87560 in Ribera.
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
- 87560 — Ribera
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Tecolotito Mdwca (NM3519425) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tecolotito Mdwca water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Tecolotito Mdwca has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Tecolotito Mdwca serve?
Tecolotito Mdwca serves approximately 246 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Tecolotito Mdwca get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.