Where does the water in 87829 come from?

Water for zip code 87829 in Quemado, New Mexico is provided by 5 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 87829

Q: Is the water hard in Quemado, NM (87829)?

The average water hardness in 87829 is 4 PPM (0.2 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 87829?

At 4 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Quemado, New Mexico · Catron County

4 PPM

0.2 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 5 water systemsTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 5 matched water systems. When more than one system is matched, the displayed value is weighted toward larger known service populations when that data is available.

Source basis

5 estimated sources

This ZIP reading needs local confirmation before equipment sizing or purchase decisions.

Water source profile

Primarily groundwater

Groundwater commonly picks up calcium and magnesium after contact with rock and soil. This profile is weighted by known population served across matched systems.

Data recency

March 9, 2026

Dataset rebuilt March 9, 2026; individual utility reporting years can vary.

Hardness is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Use it for scale, appliance, and softener decisions; check your utility report or test your tap before sizing treatment equipment. See how we calculate local readings.

Water Systems Serving 87829

These are the systems matched to this ZIP code. The displayed ZIP value is weighted toward larger known service populations when population data is available.

5 water systems

PWSID is the public water system identifier. Data Source shows whether the hardness value comes from a treated-water report, USGS monitoring, or a local estimate; source year is shown when available.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Quemado Lake Water Association NM3580202	groundwater	4 PPM Soft	344	Estimated — Nearby Data
Quemado Mutual Water & Swa NM3500202	groundwater	4 PPM Soft	286	Estimated — Nearby Data
Coyote Creek Mutual Domestic Wua NM3500402	groundwater	4 PPM Soft	133	Estimated — Nearby Data
Spring Canyon Ranch NM3500902	groundwater	4 PPM Soft	116	Estimated — Nearby Data
Pie Town Mdwca NM3523202	groundwater	4 PPM Soft	107	Estimated — Nearby Data

Quemado Lake Water Association

NM3580202

Soft

4 PPMgroundwater344 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Quemado Mutual Water & Swa

NM3500202

Soft

4 PPMgroundwater286 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Coyote Creek Mutual Domestic Wua

NM3500402

Soft

4 PPMgroundwater133 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Spring Canyon Ranch

NM3500902

Soft

4 PPMgroundwater116 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Pie Town Mdwca

NM3523202

Soft

4 PPMgroundwater107 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

8782076

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed ZIP hardness reading. Confirm your tap reading before sizing or buying treatment equipment.

Your Water Is Soft

Your water hardness is in the soft range. You likely don't need a water softener. Enjoy your naturally soft water!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Quemado, NM (87829)?

Our estimate for 87829 is 4 PPM (0.2 GPG), but it is based on nearby, county, or state-level data rather than a direct treated tap-water report for this exact location. Confirm with your utility or a home test.

Do I need a water softener in 87829?

Do not size a softener from this estimate alone. Confirm the actual tap-water hardness before choosing treatment equipment.

Is hard water in 87829 safe to drink?

Water hardness itself is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals, but you should check your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for contaminant and compliance information.

How many water systems serve 87829?

Zip code 87829 in Quemado, New Mexico is served by 5 water systems.

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