Water Quality in Ruidoso, NM
19 water systems serving 23,924 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Ruidoso water systems is 4.5 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1338 |
| Health-based violations | 237 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Ruidoso
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ruidoso tap water safe to drink?
Ruidoso tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Ruidoso, New Mexico?
Ruidoso has 19 public water systems serving approximately 23,924 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 4.5 ppb. There are 1338 total violations on record.
Does Ruidoso have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 4.5 ppb across Ruidoso's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Ruidoso?
19 public water systems are registered in Ruidoso, New Mexico with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 23,924 people.