South Dakota · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Spink County, SD
5 community water systems serving Spink County reported 32 lead and 1 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,867 of unknown material. The most are in Redfield.
0.4% 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 0.4%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 33%
- Non-lead 67%
Water systems serving Spink County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RedfieldRedfield | 27 | 0 | 9 | 2.3% |
| DolandDoland | 4 | 1 | 77 | 3.2% |
| NorthvilleNorthville | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1.5% |
| Web Water Development AssociationAberdeen | 0 | 0 | 2,655 | 0% |
| CondeConde | 0 | 0 | 125 | 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 Spink County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Spink County reported 32 lead and 1 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,867 of unknown material.
Which Spink County water systems have the most lead lines?
Redfield (27), Doland (5), Northville (1).
How do I check my home in Spink 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.