F0/100
COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,781 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NM3555008
Violations
41
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 2000.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – April 10, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – April 10, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 24, 2024 – March 21, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: January 12, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: July 4, 2022 – July 11, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA
Is COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA water safe to drink?
COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 41 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA detected?
27 contaminants were tested in COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA have any EPA violations?
Yes, COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA has 41 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, Other. 20 are health-based violations.
How many people does COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA serve?
COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA serves approximately 1,781 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Artesia.
What type of water does COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA provide?
COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3555008.
How does COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
COTTONWOOD WATER MDWCA 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.