B66/100
EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,200 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NM3504021
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.80 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: July 12, 2021 – September 22, 2021Rule: 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 EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN
Is EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN water safe to drink?
EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN water receives a grade of B (66/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN detected?
2 contaminants were tested in EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN have any EPA violations?
Yes, EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN serve?
EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN serves approximately 1,200 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: El Rito.
What type of water does EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN provide?
EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3504021.
How does EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
EL RITO REGIONAL WATER & WASTE WATER ASN scores 66/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our New Mexico state page for a full comparison of water systems.