What was found in Tularosa'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 | 11.8 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: TULAROSA WATER SYSTEM · 3,485 people · 2025 | 1/1 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0019 mg/L 13% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L Main supplier: TULAROSA WATER SYSTEM · 3,485 people · 2024 | 1/1 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Tularosa
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| TULAROSA WATER SYSTEM | 3,485 |
Frequently asked questions about Tularosa tap water
Is Tularosa tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving Tularosa. 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 Tularosa?
1 public water supplier report drinking-water monitoring for Tularosa, New Mexico to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Tularosa's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Tularosa 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.