F0/100
JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,385 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NM3509123
Violations
131
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
9
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Enforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: January 16, 2025 – April 8, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: October 14, 2022 – February 9, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 2, 2022 – February 9, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 8, 2022 – January 19, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 10, 2021 – October 18, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: August 29, 2021 – January 5, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 30, 2021 – June 14, 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 JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA
Is JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA water safe to drink?
JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 131 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA detected?
1 contaminants were tested in JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA have any EPA violations?
Yes, JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA has 131 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 57 are health-based violations.
How many people does JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA serve?
JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA serves approximately 1,385 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Jemez Springs.
What type of water does JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA provide?
JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3509123.
How does JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
JEMEZ SPRINGS DWUA 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.