• Multiple water systems cited for regulatory violations.
• Drinking water infractions involve public and private systems.
• Issues range from contamination risks to operational failures.
• State urges proactive compliance to protect public health.

February 13, 2025 — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has flagged multiple water systems across the state for violations that could affect water quality and public health. The latest Enforcement Watch update, covering January 2025, details active cases involving drinking water and groundwater quality violations.

Among the notable infractions:

• Cassandra Water System (Moriarty, NM): This system, which serves a rural community, has an active violation related to water safety compliance.
• Belen Water System (Belen, NM): The municipal water system for Belen is under enforcement action, though specific details on the violation remain undisclosed.
• Loma Escondida Water Association (Albuquerque, NM): Cited for issues tied to water safety management, affecting a residential community.
• Tularosa Water System (Tularosa, NM): A violation was recorded for this village-operated system, signaling concerns over regulatory compliance.
• Maxwell Water System (Maxwell, NM): The village’s water infrastructure faces ongoing scrutiny, with unresolved enforcement matters.

Broader Implications for Water Safety.

The presence of multiple drinking water violations highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining safe and compliant water systems in New Mexico. While the specific nature of these violations varies, they typically include:

• Failure to meet water quality standards.
• Improper maintenance of infrastructure.
• Delayed reporting or failure to comply with state regulations.

Officials emphasize the importance of timely corrective action. The NMED encourages all water providers to conduct self-audits and engage with third-party consultants to ensure they meet state and federal regulations before enforcement actions become necessary.

State’s Call for Compliance.

Public water systems are essential to health and safety, and the state is actively working with violators to bring them into compliance. Cases remain open until the required corrections are completed to NMED’s satisfaction.

The full Enforcement Watch list is publicly available for residents who want to monitor water safety in their communities.

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