Environment Department Lifts Precautionary Water Advisory for Ruidoso Water System
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) Drinking Water Bureau announced on Monday, August 5, 2024, that the precautionary water advisory for the entire Ruidoso Water System has been lifted. This marks a significant step in the recovery efforts following the South Fork and Salt Fires.
The precautionary drinking water advisory was initially issued on June 18, 2024, due to potential impacts from these fires. Since then, NMED's Drinking Water Bureau has worked closely with the Village of Ruidoso to ensure the drinking water system's safety during post-fire recovery efforts. Thanks to these collaborative efforts and significant work by the Ruidoso Water System team, the advisory can now be fully lifted, ensuring that residents and visitors can safely use the water supply.
However, it is important to note that precautionary advice remains in place for several other water systems impacted by the fires. These systems include:
Tall Pines Water Association: Serving a population of 84
Cedar Creek: Serving a population of 536
Alpine Village: Serving a population of 253
Gavilan Hills Water System: Serving a population of 56
The NMED will continue collaborating with these systems to ensure the ongoing safety of drinking water through continued post-fire and post-flooding recovery efforts.
For more information about the precautionary water advisories in both English and Spanish, residents can access additional resources here. For further details on this announcement, please contact the Drinking Water Bureau’s Compliance Supervisor, Brandi Littleton, at 575-323-4298.
This development is a testament to the resilience and dedication of the Ruidoso community and its partners, working tirelessly to restore normalcy and ensure public safety in the wake of natural disasters.
