South Dakota · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lake County, SD
5 community water systems serving Lake County reported 3 lead and 2 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 359 of unknown material. The most are in Madison.
<0.1% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 5.4%
- Non-lead 95%
Water systems serving Lake County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MadisonMadison | 2 | 0 | 71 | <0.1% |
| WentworthEgan | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.0% |
| Kingbrook III Rural Water SystemArlington | 1 | 0 | 147 | <0.1% |
| Chester Sanitary DistrictChester | 0 | 0 | 141 | 0% |
| Big Sioux Community Water SystemEgan | 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 Lake County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lake County reported 3 lead and 2 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 359 of unknown material.
Which Lake County water systems have the most lead lines?
Madison (2), Wentworth (2), Kingbrook III Rural Water System (1).
How do I check my home in Lake 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.