A81/100
HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 40,418 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NM3521613
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
vanadium | 26.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2011.
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 HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY
Is HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY water safe to drink?
HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 73 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY detected?
73 contaminants were tested in HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), vanadium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY serve?
HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY serves approximately 40,418 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Hobbs.
What type of water does HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY provide?
HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3521613.
How does HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
HOBBS MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY scores 81/100 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.