Water System Report NM

Echo Valley Water Company

EPA ID: NM3575430 · 401 people served · 1 ZIP code

Echo Valley Water Company carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 401 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

401
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$148K
Median Home Value in Service Area

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 Echo Valley Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$40,688
Median Household Income
6,847
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Echo Valley Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $40,688 and an estimated 6,847 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% 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?

Groundwater

Echo Valley Water Company'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Torrance 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

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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

Echo Valley Water Company (EPA ID: NM3575430) is a community water system in New Mexico that serves approximately 401 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 87035 in Moriarty.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Echo Valley Water Company (NM3575430) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Echo Valley Water Company water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Echo Valley Water Company has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Echo Valley Water Company serve?

Echo Valley Water Company serves approximately 401 people across 1 ZIP code in New Mexico.

Where does Echo Valley Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Echo Valley Water Company meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Echo Valley Water Company serve?
Echo Valley Water Company serves approximately 401 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Echo Valley Water Company's water source?
Echo Valley Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Echo Valley Water Company's service area?
The Echo Valley Water Company service area has a median household income of $40,688. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Echo Valley Water Company get its water?
Echo Valley Water Company'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.
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