Question 1

Is tap water in Embudo, NM (ZIP 87531) safe to drink?

Accepted Answer

Tap water for ZIP 87531, served by ESPANOLA WATER SYSTEM, has 3 contaminants detected above independent EWG health guidelines, including HAA6Br at 13× the guideline. Meeting EPA legal limits does not necessarily mean water is safe — federal legal limits are often far higher than the latest health-based guidelines.

Question 2

What contaminants are in Embudo, NM tap water?

Accepted Answer

EPA monitoring data for ZIP 87531 shows 6 contaminants detected, including HAA6Br, HAA9, HAA5, Manganese, Germanium, Lead. Each detected level is compared against both EPA legal limits and the stricter EWG health guidelines.

Question 3

Does Embudo, NM tap water have PFAS ("forever chemicals")?

Accepted Answer

No PFAS were detected in the available testing (30 compounds tested) for ZIP 87531. PFAS testing coverage varies by water system, so absence in the data does not guarantee none are present.

Question 4

How can I remove these contaminants from my drinking water?

Accepted Answer

A multi-stage filtration system that combines activated carbon, reverse osmosis, and remineralization removes PFAS, heavy metals, and disinfection byproducts while restoring beneficial minerals. The Viven faucet is engineered to remove 99.9% of the contaminants found in tap water.

Question 5

Where does this Embudo, NM water quality data come from?

Accepted Answer

This report is built from U.S. EPA data: the Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 3/4/5), the Six-Year Review (SYR4), the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR), and SDWIS violation records. Detected levels are compared against EPA legal limits and Environmental Working Group (EWG) health guidelines. Data last updated 2026-05-01.

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