PUBLIC NOTICE

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER

Rock Hound State Park Failed to Submit Corrective Action Within Required Time Frame

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Our Water system recently violated a drinking water requirement. Although this incident was not an emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened and what we are doing to correct this situation.

A routine sanitary survey conducted on September 18, 2025, by the New Mexico Environment Department-Water Protection Compliance & Enforcement Bureau (NMED WPCEB) found:

1. Major modifications not approved
2. No operation and maintenance plan (OMP)
3. No water system map
4. Well #2 lacks sanitary seal
5. Well #2 has no well casing vent
6. Storage Tank #2 overflow not extended or screened
7. Storage Tank #2 hatch is not locked
8. Storage Tank #2 has no air vent
9. Well #2 decommissioned filter housing leaks
10. Pressure Tank #1 isolation valve leaks
11. Pressure Tank #1 housing unit has bird and rodent infestation

We were to consult with the NMED-EPCEB regarding the appropriate corrective actions within 30 days as required by Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Ground Water Rule. However, we failed to take these actions by the deadlines established by the NMED WPCEB.

What should you do?

• There is nothing you need to do. You do not need to boil your water or take other corrective actions. However, if you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor.
• If you have a severely compromised immune system, have an infant, are pregnant, or are elderly, you may be at increased risk and should seek advice from your health care providers about drinking this water. General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791

For more information, please contact Robert Apodaca at 575-546-6182.

The rugged slopes of the Little Florida Mountains are the setting for this park, which boasts trails, unique geology, wildflower displays, and a peaceful campground.

The stunning scenery of the Spring Canyon unit of the park provides a peaceful area for hiking or picnicking.

Park Elevation 4,520 – 5,400 ft

Amenities

• Campground Facilities:
  • 29 Developed Campsites
  • 23 Electric Sites
  • Water in Campground
  • RV Dump Station
  • Group Campsites
• Restrooms:
  • Restrooms with water
  • Showers
  • Vault Toilets
• Gardens
• Gift Shop
• Group Facilities:
  • Group Picnic Shelter
  • Group Camping
• Visitor Center
  • Exhibits

CONTACT

Robert Apodaca
Manager
robertv.apodaca@emnrd.nm.gov