01The verdict: is Mameyes Arriba water safe?
Mameyes Arriba's drinking water has significant quality concerns based on EPA testing data. With a grade of B+ (83.6/100), the system has issues across multiple categories. A water filter is recommended for all residents. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,364 residents using surface water (rivers, lakes, or reservoirs).
12 unresolved violations on record
EPA records show open compliance items for this system. Most are administrative, but unresolved items are worth watching.
See what was cited ↓Lead is well under the limit
90th-percentile lead is 3.0 ppb — beneath the 15 ppb federal action level and under the 5 ppb watch threshold.
See the trend ↓1 violation in the last five years
Recent compliance history is the best predictor of future problems — the year-by-year record is below.
See the record ↓Mameyes Arriba's drinking water received a grade of B+ (83.6 out of 100), indicating good water quality. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,364 residents using surface water.
Lead levels were measured at 3.0 ppb (90th percentile), well within EPA limits. This system has not yet been tested for PFAS under the EPA UCMR 5 program. The system has 86 violations on record, including 6 health-based violations. 12 remain unresolved.
Mameyes Arriba ranks #3 out of 101 cities in Puerto Rico for water quality, placing it one of the best in the state. The city draws from surface water sources, which are more susceptible to seasonal runoff and agricultural contamination, requiring extensive multi-barrier treatment including coagulation, filtration, and disinfection. As a small community water system, Mameyes Arriba may have fewer resources for advanced treatment technologies and infrastructure upgrades compared to larger utilities.
02What's in Mameyes Arriba's water
Every contaminant flagged in Mameyes Arriba, on one shared scale: distance to its own legal limit. The red line is the limit — anything past it is out of compliance, and the closer a bar gets, the less headroom the system has.
Full contaminants report
| Contaminant | Detected Level | EPA Limit | Unit | Category | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead (90th percentile) LeadHeavy Metal A toxic heavy metal that can leach into drinking water from older pipes, solder, and fixtures. No amount of lead in water is considered safe. Health EffectsBrain and nervous system damage in children, kidney damage, high blood pressure, and reproductive problems in adults. EPA Limit15 ppb action level Common SourcesCorrosion of lead pipes, lead solder, brass faucets, and household plumbing. | 3.0 | 15 | ppb | Inorganic | Safe |
03Mameyes Arriba's ten-year track record
Each box is one year. A green check means no EPA violations; a numbered badge counts that year's violations — red if any were health-based, amber if they were monitoring or paperwork issues. The system has 86 violations on record, including 6 health-based violations. 12 remain unresolved.
6 of the last ten years were clean. The numbered years had EPA violations — red when any were health-based, amber when they were paperwork or missed-testing issues.
▼ Down 11 ppb since 1993. Latest reading: 3 ppb (2006) — 20% of the action level. Sampled at higher-risk homes (90th percentile).
04Where Mameyes Arriba's water comes from
Mameyes Arriba's drinking water comes primarily from surface water sources such as rivers, lakes, or reservoirs.
Surface Water
Rivers, lakes, or reservoirs — more exposed to runoff, agriculture, and seasonal swings than groundwater.
Local treatment
Multi-barrier treatment: coagulation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection to meet EPA standards.
1 system
1 water system, operated under local government ownership.
1,364 people
Residents served across Mameyes Arriba's service area.
Surface water systems require multi-stage treatment including coagulation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection to meet EPA Safe Drinking Water Act standards. These sources can be impacted by seasonal changes, stormwater runoff, upstream agriculture, and industrial discharge. The system is operated by local government ownership and serves approximately 1,364 people through 1 water system.
| System name | PWSID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAMEYES ARRIBA | PR0003062 | 1,364 | Surface Water |
Water bodies near Mameyes Arriba
As a surface-water system, these water bodies may directly influence Mameyes Arriba's drinking water supply.
05How Mameyes Arriba compares
Scores for nearby Puerto Rico cities on one line, with the average marked.
dashed line = Puerto Rico average (39/100)
Mameyes Arriba scores 83.6/100 — above the Puerto Rico average of 39/100. It outscores 10 of 10 nearby cities.
38.5 / 100FToa Alta, PR
38.5 / 100FMayaguez, PR
42.1 / 100FPonce, PR
34.9 / 100FAguadilla, PR
38.3 / 100FRincon, PR
38.3 / 100
Compare all cities in the county — grades, violations, and contaminant data side by side.→
06What to do at home
Steps matched to what testing actually found in Mameyes Arriba's water — not generic advice.
A basic carbon filter still helps
Mameyes Arriba's water meets federal standards, but a simple carbon filter improves taste and adds a margin of safety against short-term issues.
Compare tested filters →Read your utility's annual report
Every utility must publish a yearly Consumer Confidence Report with its own testing results. It pairs well with the independent data on this page.
How to read a CCR →Watch for Mameyes Arriba alerts
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All water alerts →Frequently asked questions
Is Mameyes Arriba, PR tap water safe to drink?
Mameyes Arriba's water quality earned a grade of B+ (83.6/100). The water generally meets EPA standards and is considered safe for consumption. The city ranks #3 out of 101 cities tested in Puerto Rico.
What contaminants are in Mameyes Arriba's water?
Lead was measured at 3.0 ppb (90th percentile). 86 violations are on record.
How is Mameyes Arriba's water quality grade calculated?
The grade is based on four factors: violation history (40%), lead and copper levels (25%), PFAS contamination (25%), and regulatory compliance (10%). The score is also adjusted based on how complete the available data is. See our methodology page for full details.
Do I need a water filter in Mameyes Arriba?
Based on current data, basic filtration should suffice for additional peace of mind.
Where does Mameyes Arriba's water come from?
Mameyes Arriba's water is sourced from Surface water. The city has 1 water system serving approximately 1,364 residents.
What health violations has Mameyes Arriba's water system had?
Mameyes Arriba has 6 health-based violations on record. The most recent violation was recorded in July 2022. Health-based violations mean the water exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for a regulated substance. 12 violations remain unresolved.
How does Mameyes Arriba's water compare to other cities?
Mameyes Arriba ranks #3 out of 101 cities in Puerto Rico (better than 97% of state cities) and #6288 out of 15382 cities nationally (59th percentile). The grade of B+ reflects the combined assessment of violation history, lead and copper levels, PFAS contamination, and regulatory compliance.
Does Mameyes Arriba's small water system affect quality?
Mameyes Arriba's system serves approximately 1,364 residents. Small community water systems (under 3,300 people) may have fewer financial resources for infrastructure upgrades and advanced treatment technologies. However, they are held to the same EPA drinking water standards as larger systems. This system has 86 violations on record.