Carlsbad
Is Carlsbad tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Carlsbad scores 28/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 3 local systems in Carlsbad. We found 496 total violations (154 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Carlsbad?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Filtration technologies matched to Carlsbad contaminant records.
Baby Formula Safety
Guidance on preparing infant formula using municipal tap water in Carlsbad.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Municipal water quality in Carlsbad directly influences pipe corrosion rates and home filtration needs. With a score of 28/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Carlsbad
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Carlsbad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carlsbad tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Carlsbad scores 28/100.
How many water systems serve Carlsbad?
Carlsbad is served by 3 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Carlsbad?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Carlsbad.
What is the water quality score for Carlsbad?
The water quality score for Carlsbad is 28 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 3 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Carlsbad?
The top contaminants detected in Carlsbad include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Carlsbad Water Quality Summary
Carlsbad, NM receives a water quality score of 28/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.
Carlsbad's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Carlsbad's score of 28 is 33 points below the New Mexico state average of 61, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our New Mexico water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Carlsbad (3)
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