B71/100
SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,400 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NM3522609
Violations
10
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 SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM
Is SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MON, MR, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM serve?
SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 14,400 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Silver City.
What type of water does SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM provide?
SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3522609.
How does SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
SILVER CITY WATER SYSTEM scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our New Mexico state page for a full comparison of water systems.