F0/100
ANTHONY W&SD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,691 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NM3511207
Violations
78
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Turbidity
When: February 14, 2025 – March 28, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: November 12, 2023 – July 8, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ANTHONY W&SD
Is ANTHONY W&SD water safe to drink?
ANTHONY W&SD water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 78 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ANTHONY W&SD detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ANTHONY W&SD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ANTHONY W&SD have any EPA violations?
Yes, ANTHONY W&SD has 78 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 42 are health-based violations.
How many people does ANTHONY W&SD serve?
ANTHONY W&SD serves approximately 8,691 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Anthony.
What type of water does ANTHONY W&SD provide?
ANTHONY W&SD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3511207.
How does ANTHONY W&SD compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
ANTHONY W&SD scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Mexico state page for a full comparison of water systems.