Belen Water System
EPA ID: NM3524932 ยท 10,830 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Belen Water System (NM3524932): 11 unresolved EPA violations on record. Compliance tracking for Belen Water System shows 11 pending violations logged in the EPA system - the supplier delivers water to approximately 10,830 residents while those findings remain open.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Belen Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Belen Water System serves a community with a median household income of $51,537 and an estimated 21,375 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 67% 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.
๐ง Where Does Your Water Come From?
Belen Water System'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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Belen Water System compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Lead and Copper Rule at 18 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Barium at 35 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Contaminant 0700 at 13 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
Find a certified water filter โComparable 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
Belen Water System (EPA ID: NM3524932) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 10,830 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87002 in Belen.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 78 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 21, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 21, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 21, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 21, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 21, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 21, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 21, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 21, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| November 27, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| February 21, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Barium | Health-based | Resolved |
| December 20, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 23, 2024 | Total Coliform | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 8, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Barium | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Barium | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Barium | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barium | Inorganic | 35 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 18 | No |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 13 | Yes |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 11 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 5 | No |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 2 | No |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | Yes |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0 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 $20โ$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ 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.
- 87002 - Belen
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Belen Water System (NM3524932) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Belen Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 8 current health-based noncompliance records for Belen Water System. 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 Belen Water System serve?
Belen Water System serves approximately 10,830 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Belen Water System 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) โ per-system federal sampling, 2023โ2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ
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.
- #22 / 100 Most Unresolved Health Violations (U.S.)
- #53 / 100 Highest Exposure Burden (U.S.)
- #9 / 43 Most Disadvantaged Populations Served (New Mexico)
- #3 / 30 Highest Exposure Burden (New Mexico)
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Belen Water System (NM): 24 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nm3524932/
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-nm3524932,
author = {{ZipCheckup}},
title = {{Belen Water System (NM): 24 Health Violations}},
year = {n.d.},
url = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nm3524932/}
}
What You Can Do
Test your water
Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ
Check your specific ZIP code
Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ
Contact your utility
Belen Water System (EPA ID: NM3524932) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.