Tap water quality for ZIP 87043
12 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.
What this means for you in ZIP 87043
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- Based on the latest EPA data, North Ranchos De Placitas W&sd has no unresolved health-based violations from the past year. Water that meets federal standards is generally considered safe to drink for most healthy people.
- Should I use a filter?
- It's worth considering. North Ranchos De Placitas W&sd has a D because of its violation record over the past 5 years (8 health-based), even though nothing is flagged as unresolved in the last year. A filter matched to the contaminants in its violation history is a reasonable precaution.
- 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 North Ranchos De Placitas W&sd
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.
Coliform/E. coli
NSF/ANSI 55 Class A (UV)Boil water notice—follow utilityClass A UV disinfection system ~$100–400
Only after any boil-water notice is lifted; UV does not remove chemicals.
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Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42Aquasana 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
D
North Ranchos De Placitas W&sd
Serves 659 people · Groundwater · Full report →
8 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 4 monitoring/reporting violations; 3 not yet resolved; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2014 (older than 5 years, not graded).
A
LA Mesa Water Coop
Serves 911 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 (2022).
B
Las Acequias De Placitas
Serves 596 people · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
D
Algodones Wua
Serves 416 people · Groundwater · Full report →
5 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 11 monitoring/reporting violations; 2 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2022).
A
Placitas Trails Water Coop
Serves 413 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
C
Anasazi Trails Water Co-Op
Serves 400 people · Groundwater · Full report →
3 health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
A
Ranchos De Placitas Sanitation District
Serves 374 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
D
Desert Sky Mountain Water Cooperative
Serves 177 people · Groundwater · Full report →
12 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 5 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
A
Overlook Water Co-Op Inc
Serves 174 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2020 (older than 5 years, not graded).
C
Cedar Creek Water Cooperative Inc
Serves 141 people · Groundwater · Full report →
2 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 4 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2020 (older than 5 years, not graded).
A
Vista De Oro De Placitas Water Users Coo
Serves 138 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Latest lead 90th percentile on file is from 2014 (older than 5 years, not graded).
A
Placitas West Water Co-Op
Serves 106 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 3 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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