What was found in ZIP 88220
The highest level seen across the suppliers serving this ZIP, the EPA limit for each, and where the figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithium | 59.5 µg/L No EPA limit set | 2/2 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0030 mg/L 20% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L | 2/2 | LCR |
Each bar shows the measured level as a share of the EPA limit: green is
well under, amber is close to it, red is over. For lead and copper the
limit applies to exactly the 90th-percentile figure shown, so red there
means a real exceedance. For everything else the limit applies to a
running annual average while the figure is the single worst sample on
record — over 100% is worth reading, but is not by itself a violation.
Formal violations are listed separately.
Water suppliers serving ZIP 88220
| Supplier | State | Population served |
|---|---|---|
| CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM | NM | 33,626 |
| OTIS MDWCA | NM | 4,464 |
Frequently asked questions about ZIP 88220 tap water
Is the tap water in ZIP 88220 safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants across the water suppliers serving ZIP 88220. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most levels are within federal limits. See each level and source above, and your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for the official status.
Which water suppliers serve ZIP 88220?
2 public water suppliers report EPA drinking-water monitoring for ZIP 88220. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in ZIP 88220's water?
EPA monitoring detected Lithium, Lead across this ZIP's suppliers. The full list with levels and sources is above.