C42/100
CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,733 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NM3526704
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
5
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: 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 CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS
Is CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 23 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include TT, MR, Other. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS serve?
CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS serves approximately 9,733 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Raton.
What type of water does CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS provide?
CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NM3526704.
How does CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
CITY OF RATON/RATON WATER WORKS scores 42/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our New Mexico state page for a full comparison of water systems.