Carlsbad Water Quality
New Mexico
The tap water in Carlsbad, New Mexico is served by 5 EPA-regulated water systems covering approximately 39,476 people. 22 health-based violations are on record, most recently for 5200 in 2024. Data source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System.
Drinking water in Carlsbad, New Mexico is delivered through 5 EPA-regulated community water systems serving an estimated 39,476 people. Each system is tracked in the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which requires testing for regulated contaminants, consumer notification of violations, and publication of an annual Consumer Confidence Report.
The SDWIS record for Carlsbad shows 22 total violations across all 5 systems, of which 22 are health-based, meaning either a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) was exceeded or a required treatment technique was not followed. Contaminants cited in health-based violations include 5200, 0700. 3 TRI-reporting industrial facilities are also located within the city limits.
A past EPA violation does not mean the water is currently unsafe, utilities are required to notify customers and remediate under state primacy oversight. For current water-quality status and treatment practices, review your local utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact the New Mexico drinking water program. All records above reflect federal EPA SDWIS data and are not independently verified against state databases.
Community Water Systems
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM | 33,626 | 1 | Health |
| OTIS MDWCA | 4,807 | 15 | Health |
| HAPPY VALLEY COOPERATIVE WATER WORKS | 638 | 1 | Health |
| LINCOLN HILLS WATER CO-OP | 338 | 3 | Health |
| WHITES CITY WATER SYSTEM | 67 | 2 | Health |
Does this city have health-based water violations?
Health-based violations indicate contaminant levels that exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs). This does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe.
| Contaminant | Begin Date |
|---|---|
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 5200 | 2024-10-17 |
| 0700 | 2020-08-18 |
| 0700 | 2020-08-18 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-11-10 |
| 0700 | 2018-08-15 |
| 0700 | 2018-08-15 |
| 0700 | 2018-05-27 |
| 0700 | 2012-09-28 |
TRI Facilities in Carlsbad
| Facility | Total Releases |
|---|---|
| US Doe Waste Isolation Pilot Plant | 225.3K lbs |
| Marlan Gas Plant | 39.7K lbs |
| Senergy Petroleum - Carlsbad Bulk Plant | 8.1K lbs |
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About This Data
Water system data comes from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Violations are reported by state agencies to EPA and include both health-based (MCL exceedances) and monitoring/reporting violations.
A reported violation does not necessarily mean water is currently unsafe to drink. Many violations are resolved quickly, and public water systems are required to notify customers of significant issues. For current water quality, contact your local water utility.
TRI facility data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Facilities shown are those that self-report to the TRI program. PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.