Rio En Medio Mdwca
EPA ID: NM3533426 · 130 people served · 1 ZIP code
With a five-year violation-free history, Rio En Medio Mdwca delivers safe water to 130 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 (2022) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Rio En Medio Mdwca Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Rio En Medio 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 1% of homes in Santa Fe 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
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Estimated Remediation Costs
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System Overview
Rio En Medio Mdwca (EPA ID: NM3533426) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 130 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 87574 in Tesuque.
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
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ZIP Codes Served
- 87574 — Tesuque
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Rio En Medio Mdwca (NM3533426) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rio En Medio Mdwca water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Rio En Medio Mdwca has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Rio En Medio Mdwca serve?
Rio En Medio Mdwca serves approximately 130 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.
Where does Rio En Medio Mdwca get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.