South Dakota · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Custer County, SD
4 community water systems serving Custer County reported 38 lead and 1 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 148 of unknown material. The most are in Buffalo Gap.
2.6% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the South Dakota average (0.8%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 2.5%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 9.7%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Custer County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo GapBuffalo Gap | 38 | 0 | 0 | 39% |
| Hermosa-Old SystemHermosa | 0 | 1 | 99 | 0.3% |
| Hermosa Water Users AssociationHermosa | 0 | 0 | 49 | 0% |
| CusterCuster | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Custer County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Custer County reported 38 lead and 1 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 148 of unknown material.
Which Custer County water systems have the most lead lines?
Buffalo Gap (38), Hermosa-Old System (1).
How do I check my home in Custer County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.