A87/100
CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,250 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NM3527031
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 30, 2025Enforcement: 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 CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY
Is CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY water safe to drink?
CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY serve?
CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY serves approximately 3,250 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Clayton.
What type of water does CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY provide?
CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3527031.
How does CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
CLAYTON MUNICIPAL SUPPLY scores 87/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our New Mexico state page for a full comparison of water systems.