C50/100
RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,146 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NM3513214
Violations
35
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2024 – November 5, 2024Enforcement: 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 RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM
Is RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (50/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 35 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM has 35 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM serve?
RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,146 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Ruidoso Downs.
What type of water does RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM provide?
RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3513214.
How does RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
RUIDOSO DOWNS WATER SYSTEM scores 50/100 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.