F0/100
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,300 people · New Mexico
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NM3568007
Violations
103
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: January 31, 2025 – August 20, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: January 31, 2025 – August 20, 2025Rule: 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 WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF
Is WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF water safe to drink?
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 103 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF have any EPA violations?
Yes, WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF has 103 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, Other, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF serve?
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF serves approximately 4,300 people, New Mexico. The system provides water to 1 community: White Sands Missile Rang.
What type of water does WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF provide?
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NM3568007.
How does WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF compare to other utilities in New Mexico?
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE (MAIN POST)-FF 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.