The Tularosa Water System in Tularosa, New Mexico, is committed to providing safe and reliable drinking water to its residents. We are issuing this public notice to inform our customers about a recent situation involving regulatory compliance. While this is not an emergency, we believe it is important for you to understand the situation, any necessary actions, and what we are doing to address it.
Understanding the Situation: Access to Water System Facilities in Tularosa, New Mexico
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) requires all public water systems to grant access to all water system facilities for inspection. Recently, the Tularosa Water System has experienced an issue regarding access to the Tularosa Water System Intake (Facility 14019001). Despite our efforts, we have been unable to arrange a necessary inspection of this specific facility. This lack of access constitutes a violation of state drinking water regulations.
It is important to emphasize that this is not a water emergency. If there were an immediate threat to water quality or public health requiring urgent action, you would have been notified directly and immediately.
Why Facility Access is Crucial for Water Safety in Tularosa, New Mexico
Unrestricted access to all water system facilities is essential for our operations staff. This access allows us to conduct regular monitoring and maintenance, ensuring the delivery of safe drinking water. Specifically, access to the water intake facility is vital to:
- Prevent Contamination: Operators must be able to monitor the source water to prevent contaminants from entering the system.
- Manage Water Quality: Access is needed to address issues like high turbidity (cloudiness) or potential upstream contamination events that could affect water treatability.
- Safeguard Public Health: Without full control and oversight of our source water through facility access, the potential risk to public health is increased.
What Tularosa Residents Should Do Regarding Water Supply
No Action Required: You do not need to take any special precautions at this time. It is not necessary to use alternative water sources such as bottled water due to this notice. The water system continues to operate and deliver water.
Health Concerns: If you have specific health concerns related to this situation or your drinking water in general, we recommend consulting with your healthcare professional for personalized advice.
Ongoing Actions to Resolve the Regulatory Issue in Tularosa, New Mexico
The Village of Tularosa is actively working to resolve this regulatory compliance issue. The matter is currently in legal proceedings as we work to secure the necessary access to the Tularosa Water System Intake facility.
