B79/100
LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,104 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NM3512007
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 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 LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA
Is LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA water safe to drink?
LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA have any EPA violations?
Yes, LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA serve?
LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA serves approximately 2,104 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Organ.
What type of water does LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA provide?
LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3512007.
How does LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
LOWER RIO GRANDE PWWA EAST MESA scores 79/100 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.