Carlsbad, New Mexico: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?

2026 EPA water quality data for 14 community water systems serving 43,799+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.

Is Carlsbad Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Carlsbad currently has 4 active health-based violations across 4 of its 14 water systems. Active violations mean affected systems may not meet federal safety standards. Check individual system reports below for details.

Carlsbad Water Quality Overview

Carlsbad, New Mexico is served by 14 community water systems providing water to approximately 43,799 residents. These systems draw from groundwater (11), groundwater purchased (3) sources. 4 active health-based violations across Carlsbad water systems require attention. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 605 total violations on record.

Water Systems

148

Health Violations

10/14

Rated A or B

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All 14 water systems in Carlsbad

CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM A

CARLSBAD, NM · 33,626 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

OTIS MDWCA F

CARLSBAD, NM · 4,464 people · Groundwater ⚠ 1 active health violation

CARLSBAD CAVERNS NATIONAL PARK A

CARLSBAD, NM · 2,500 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

WIPP WATER SUPPLY A

CARLSBAD, NM · 650 people · Groundwater Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

HAPPY VALLEY COOPERATIVE WATER WORKS F

CARLSBAD, NM · 638 people · Groundwater ⚠ 1 active health violation

ELLIPSE GLOBAL A

CARLSBAD, NM · 486 people · Groundwater Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

MOSAIC POTASH CARLSBAD INC A

CARLSBAD, NM · 408 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

LINCOLN HILLS WATER CO-OP F

CARLSBAD, NM · 338 people · Groundwater ⚠ 1 active health violation

CARC WASHINGTON RANCH A

CARLSBAD, NM · 250 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

INTREPID POTASH EAST A

CARLSBAD, NM · 211 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

INTREPID POTASH WEST A

CARLSBAD, NM · 71 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

WHITES CITY WATER SYSTEM F

CARLSBAD, NM · 67 people · Groundwater ⚠ 1 active health violation

BLACK RIVER CENTER FOR LEARNING A

CARLSBAD, NM · 50 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

INTREPID POTASH NORTH A

CARLSBAD, NM · 40 people · Groundwater Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

Looking for water quality data across the whole state? See our full New Mexico tap water safety report covering New Mexico’s EPA-regulated water systems.

Carlsbad Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carlsbad, New Mexico tap water safe to drink?

How many water utilities serve Carlsbad, New Mexico?

14 community water systems serve Carlsbad, New Mexico, providing water to approximately 43,799 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.

Does Carlsbad tap water have lead?

Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.

What contaminants have been found in Carlsbad drinking water?

EPA violation records for Carlsbad water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.

How do I find out which water company serves my address in Carlsbad?

Enter your Carlsbad ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).