Tap water quality for ZIP 87023

3 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.

What this means for you in ZIP 87023

Is it safe to drink right now?
EPA records show 8 recent health-based violations for Belen Water System that are not marked resolved. Check your utility’s website or bill insert for any boil-water or do-not-drink notice and follow it.
Should I use a filter?
Yes, we recommend considering one. Unresolved health-based issues make a home filter a reasonable backup.
What kind of filter?
See matched standards and product picks.

This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.

Shown for the largest system linked to this ZIP. Check your water bill to confirm your provider.

Filters matched to Belen Water System

FILTER PICKS

Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.

Arsenic

NSF/ANSI 58 (RO, arsenic claim)NSF/ANSI 53 (arsenic claim)
RO with arsenic reduction claim ~$200–500
Confirm arsenic is on the NSF/ANSI 58 certificate.
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Arsenic-rated carbon / adsorptive filter varies
Must specifically claim arsenic on the NSF certificate.
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Chlorine/chloramine taste

NSF/ANSI 42
Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35
Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.
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Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40
Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.
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Annual water quality report

Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how. · Full report →

Water systems for this ZIP

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Belen Water System

Serves 10,830 people · Groundwater · Full report →
22 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 56 monitoring/reporting violations; 12 not yet resolved; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2026).
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Rio Del Oro Water System

Serves 4,387 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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Loma Escondida Water Association

Serves 84 people · Groundwater · Full report →
4 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 177 monitoring/reporting violations; 77 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2013 (older than 5 years, not graded).
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