What was found in Los Lunas's water
The highest level seen across the city's suppliers, the EPA limit for each, and where the figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithium | 34 µg/L No EPA limit set | 1/10 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0050 mg/L 33% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L | 10/10 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Los Lunas
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| LOS LUNAS WATER SYSTEM | 19,400 |
| RIO DEL ORO WATER SYSTEM | 4,387 |
| MEADOW LAKE WATER SYSTEM | 2,760 |
| MONTEREY WATER COMPANY INC. | 1,472 |
| HI MESA WATER SYSTEM | 259 |
| TRAILS END MHP | 112 |
| EL SHADDAI WATER CO OP | 87 |
| SENIOR LIVING SYSTEMS INC. | 50 |
| VALENCIA STORAGE AND MHP | 48 |
| HIGHLAND MEADOWS ESTATES MDWCA | 43 |
Frequently asked questions about Los Lunas tap water
Is Los Lunas tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving Los Lunas. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most detected levels are within federal limits. Check the level and source for each contaminant above, and your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for the official compliance status.
How many water suppliers serve Los Lunas?
10 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Los Lunas, New Mexico to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Los Lunas's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Los Lunas include Lithium, Lead. The full list, with the highest level found and the data source, is in the table above.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure is official EPA drinking-water monitoring — the Lead & Copper Rule, the UCMR-5 nationwide testing program, and the EPA Six-Year Review — not our own testing. Each number is labelled with its source and period.