C47/100
LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,615 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NM3510324
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2020.
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 VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION
Is LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION water safe to drink?
LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION detected?
31 contaminants were tested in LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION have any EPA violations?
Yes, LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION serve?
LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION serves approximately 7,615 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Kirtland.
What type of water does LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION provide?
LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NM3510324.
How does LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
LOWER VALLEY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION scores 47/100 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.