F0/100
SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,018 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NM3505226
Violations
149
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
7
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – July 14, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – March 1, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – February 2, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2021 – March 1, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – September 6, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: August 21, 2021 – March 1, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – February 2, 2023Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM
Is SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 149 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM has 149 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM serve?
SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,018 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: Santa Fe.
What type of water does SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM provide?
SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3505226.
How does SUNLIT HILLS WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
SUNLIT HILLS 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.