Albuquerque, New Mexico Water Quality Report
Water quality data for 51 water systems serving 633,366 people.
Water Source
Detected Contaminants
| Contaminant | Detected Level | EPA Limit (MCL) | Health Guideline | % of Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 71.4 | No federal limit | 10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL) | 714% | Above guideline |
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Compliance & Violations
Active Violations (193)
66
Sep 29, 2025
75
Sep 11, 2025
75
Sep 11, 2025
75
Aug 28, 2025
75
Aug 20, 2025
45
Aug 17, 2025
45
Aug 17, 2025
75
Jul 12, 2025
71
Jul 1, 2025
52
Jul 1, 2025
71
Jul 1, 2025
71
Jul 1, 2025
52
Jul 1, 2025
71
Jul 1, 2025
71
Jul 1, 2025
52
Jul 1, 2025
52
Jul 1, 2025
52
Jul 1, 2025
52
Jul 1, 2025
75
Jun 6, 2025
75
Jun 6, 2025
75
Jun 6, 2025
75
Jun 6, 2025
45
May 29, 2025
45
May 29, 2025
75
May 1, 2025
75
Apr 26, 2025
45
Apr 26, 2025
45
Apr 26, 2025
45
Apr 26, 2025
45
Apr 26, 2025
45
Apr 26, 2025
75
Apr 26, 2025
45
Apr 26, 2025
45
Apr 26, 2025
45
Apr 26, 2025
45
Apr 26, 2025
75
Apr 26, 2025
75
Apr 26, 2025
75
Apr 12, 2025
75
Mar 21, 2025
75
Mar 21, 2025
75
Mar 21, 2025
75
Mar 21, 2025
75
Mar 1, 2025
75
Feb 21, 2025
75
Feb 21, 2025
75
Feb 21, 2025
75
Feb 21, 2025
20
Jan 29, 2025
20
Jan 29, 2025
75
Dec 20, 2024
75
Dec 20, 2024
75
Dec 20, 2024
75
Dec 20, 2024
75
Dec 6, 2024
75
Dec 6, 2024
75
Dec 6, 2024
75
Dec 6, 2024
75
Nov 8, 2024
75
Nov 8, 2024
75
Nov 8, 2024
75
Nov 8, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
52
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
52
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
52
Oct 1, 2024
52
Oct 1, 2024
52
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
52
Oct 1, 2024
52
Oct 1, 2024
52
Oct 1, 2024
52
Oct 1, 2024
72
Oct 1, 2024
75
Sep 20, 2024
75
Sep 20, 2024
75
Sep 20, 2024
75
Sep 20, 2024
75
Aug 23, 2024
75
Aug 23, 2024
75
Aug 23, 2024
75
Aug 23, 2024
2A
Aug 11, 2024
2A
Aug 11, 2024
75
Jul 19, 2024
75
Jul 19, 2024
75
Jul 19, 2024
75
Jul 19, 2024
71
Jul 1, 2024
71
Jul 1, 2024
71
Jul 1, 2024
71
Jul 1, 2024
71
Jul 1, 2024
75
Jun 23, 2024
75
Jun 23, 2024
75
Jun 23, 2024
75
Jun 23, 2024
75
Jun 6, 2024
75
Jun 6, 2024
75
Jun 6, 2024
75
Jun 6, 2024
45
May 12, 2024
45
May 12, 2024
45
May 12, 2024
45
May 12, 2024
45
May 12, 2024
45
May 12, 2024
75
Apr 21, 2024
75
Apr 21, 2024
75
Apr 21, 2024
75
Apr 21, 2024
75
Mar 21, 2024
75
Mar 21, 2024
75
Mar 21, 2024
75
Mar 21, 2024
75
Mar 3, 2024
75
Mar 3, 2024
75
Mar 3, 2024
75
Mar 3, 2024
75
Jan 21, 2024
75
Jan 21, 2024
75
Jan 21, 2024
75
Jan 21, 2024
75
Dec 31, 2023
75
Dec 31, 2023
75
Dec 31, 2023
75
Dec 31, 2023
75
Nov 19, 2023
75
Nov 5, 2023
75
Nov 5, 2023
75
Nov 5, 2023
75
Nov 5, 2023
75
Nov 5, 2023
75
Nov 5, 2023
75
Nov 5, 2023
75
Nov 5, 2023
52
Oct 1, 2023
52
Oct 1, 2023
52
Oct 1, 2023
72
Oct 1, 2023
72
Oct 1, 2023
52
Oct 1, 2023
72
Oct 1, 2023
71
Jul 1, 2022
71
Jul 1, 2022
45
Feb 15, 2018
Resolved Violations (807)
3A
Sep 1, 2025 — Sep 30, 2025
3A
Aug 1, 2025 — Aug 31, 2025
75
Jul 3, 2025
75
Jul 3, 2025
75
Jul 3, 2025
+ 802 more resolved violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Albuquerque tap water safe to drink?
Albuquerque's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 1 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.
What contaminants are in Albuquerque tap water?
1 contaminants have been detected in Albuquerque's water supply across 51 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.
How can I improve my water quality in Albuquerque?
Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Albuquerque's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.
Does Albuquerque have any water quality violations?
Yes, Albuquerque currently has 1125 active violations. See the violations section above for details.