SDWA sampling results must be reported to which department?

The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) establishes the framework for ensuring safe drinking water in the United States, and within New Mexico, the relevant authority for enforcing these regulations is the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED). This department is responsible for overseeing and ensuring compliance with drinking water standards, including the collection, analysis, and reporting of sampling results from public water systems.

Reporting to NMED is essential because it allows for the appropriate regulatory oversight and enforcement actions if necessary. NMED coordinates with various federal and state guidelines to maintain water quality, making it crucial for public health and safety. Therefore, when water operators receive sampling results under the SDWA, they are required to report these findings to NMED to ensure compliance and transparency in the management of water resources and public health safeguards.