D31/100
SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,098 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NM3511001
Violations
42
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: March 8, 2023 – August 17, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM
Is SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of D (31/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 42 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM has 42 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include TT, MR, Other. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM serve?
SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,098 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Cedar Crest.
What type of water does SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM provide?
SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3511001.
How does SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
SANDIA KNOLLS WATER SYSTEM scores 31/100 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.