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DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 16,236 people · New Mexico

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NM3528616
Violations
23

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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: March 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: March 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Total Coliform 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: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: 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 DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM

Is DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?

DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM 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 DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM detected?

66 contaminants were tested in DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?

Yes, DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON, Other. 8 are health-based violations.

How many people does DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM serve?

DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 16,236 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Deming.

What type of water does DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM provide?

DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3528616.

How does DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in New Mexico?

DEMING MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM 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.

Cities Served

Deming