D23/100
MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,170 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NM3572007
Violations
30
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 2019.
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 MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM
Is MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of D (23/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 30 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM has 30 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM serve?
MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 9,170 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Organ.
What type of water does MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM provide?
MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3572007.
How does MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
MOONGATE WATER SYSTEM scores 23/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our New Mexico state page for a full comparison of water systems.