South Dakota · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Hand County, SD
3 community water systems serving Hand County reported 27 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,782 of unknown material. The most are in Miller.
0.5% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the South Dakota average (0.8%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 30%
- Non-lead 70%
Water systems serving Hand County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MillerMiller | 24 | 0 | 5 | 2.7% |
| Mid-Dakota Rural WaterMiller | 2 | 0 | 1,714 | <0.1% |
| Saint LawrenceMiller | 1 | 0 | 63 | 0.9% |
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 Hand County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Hand County reported 27 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,782 of unknown material.
Which Hand County water systems have the most lead lines?
Miller (24), Mid-Dakota Rural Water (2), Saint Lawrence (1).
How do I check my home in Hand 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.