Meadow Lake Water System
EPA ID: NM3532032 · 2,760 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Meadow Lake Water System (NM3532032): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Meadow Lake Water System's compliance file in EPA SDWIS lists no violations, whether health-based or monitoring and reporting, for a utility that supplies water to approximately 2,760 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Meadow Lake Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Meadow Lake Water System have a median household income of $61,947 and about 46,211 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies).
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 67% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Meadow Lake Water System's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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
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
Meadow Lake Water System (EPA ID: NM3532032) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 2,760 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87031 in Los Lunas.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2025-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 87031 - Los Lunas
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Meadow Lake Water System (NM3532032) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meadow Lake Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Meadow Lake Water System in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Meadow Lake Water System serve?
Meadow Lake Water System serves approximately 2,760 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Meadow Lake Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Meadow Lake Water System Water Quality Report, NM. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nm3532032/
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