F0/100
RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,947 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NM3513114
Violations
215
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 5800.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
chlorate | 3000.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
molybdenum | 53.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 2, 2021 – May 3, 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 RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM
Is RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 215 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium, chlorate, molybdenum. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM has 215 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MCL, TT. 31 are health-based violations.
How many people does RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM serve?
RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 15,947 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Ruidoso.
What type of water does RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM provide?
RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM 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 NM3513114.
How does RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
RUIDOSO WATER SYSTEM 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.