What was found in Moriarty's water
The level at the city's main supplier, the highest level anywhere in the city, the EPA limit for each, and where every figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithium | 47.9 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: MORIARTY WATER SYSTEM · 2,825 people · 2025 | 1/7 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0088 mg/L 59% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L Main supplier: MORIARTY WATER SYSTEM · 2,825 people · 2025 | 7/7 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Moriarty
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| MORIARTY WATER SYSTEM | 2,825 |
| INDIAN HILLS WATER SYSTEM | 715 |
| ECHO VALLEY WATER COMPANY | 411 |
| SUNSET ACRES WATER COMPANY | 317 |
| MELODY RANCH WATER CO | 209 |
| HOMESTEAD WATER COMPANY | 208 |
| CASSANDRA WATER SYSTEM | 34 |
Frequently asked questions about Moriarty tap water
Is Moriarty tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving Moriarty. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most detected levels are within federal limits. Check the level and source for each contaminant above, and your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for the official compliance status.
How many water suppliers serve Moriarty?
7 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Moriarty, New Mexico to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Moriarty's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Moriarty include Lithium, Lead. The full list, with the level at the main supplier and the data source, is in the table above.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure is official EPA drinking-water monitoring — the Lead & Copper Rule, the UCMR-5 nationwide testing program, and the EPA Six-Year Review — not our own testing. Each number is labelled with its source and period.