C45/100
GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,523 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NM3526133
Violations
24
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
4
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 3, 2022 – June 10, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: December 18, 2021 – October 5, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: December 18, 2021 – August 2, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: December 18, 2021 – November 12, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: December 18, 2021 – August 1, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM
Is GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (45/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 24 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM serve?
GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 10,523 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Grants.
What type of water does GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM provide?
GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3526133.
How does GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
GRANTS DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM scores 45/100 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.