Water Quality in Los Alamos, NM
Los Alamos's water has 1 contaminant above health guidelines. Consider using a certified water filter for additional protection.
Utility
LOS ALAMOS MUNICIPAL
People Served
25,000
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Jun 22, 2025
Quick Summary
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (1)
Lithium
What is Lithium?
Lithium is a soft, silvery-white metal that belongs to the alkali metal group. It is highly reactive and flammable, and must be stored in mineral oil. Lithium is used in batteries, mood-stabilizing drugs, and other applications.
Health Effects
Exposure to lithium can lead to a range of health effects, including nausea, diarrhea, tremors, and in severe cases, lithium toxicity can cause kidney damage and neurological issues.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Understanding the Data
This data comes from your local water utility testing. The bar charts compare detected levels against health guidelines (HGL). Contaminants above the health guideline are shown by default and may require filtration. All other tested contaminants are within safe levels and can be viewed by expanding the section above.
Recommended Water Filters for Los Alamos
Based on Los Alamos's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.
GHP Group Inc.
VRO-3Q VRO-3Q
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
20.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
GHP Group Inc.
PUN3RO PUN3RO
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
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Carbon Block Technology
CB-AS[2] CB-AS[2]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
600 gal
Filter Life
2 mo
Flow Rate
1 gpm
Removes 10 contaminants:
Arsenic, Asbestos, Cryptosporidium, Lead, Mercury +5 more
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Solventum Purification Inc.
CMTRO-75[G] CMTRO-75[G]
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.59 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Los Alamos's water has 1 contaminant above health guidelines. While the water meets federal legal limits, we recommend using a certified water filter for additional protection, especially for vulnerable populations like children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.