Water System Report SD

Canton

EPA ID: SD4600082 ยท 3,066 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Canton (SD4600082): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Canton has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window - covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 3,066 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,066
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$225K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Canton Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$77,813
Median Household Income
4,378
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Canton serves a community with a median household income of $77,813 and an estimated 4,378 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Canton's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

75 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $2,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $4,200

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,200 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Canton (EPA ID: SD4600082) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 3,066 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 57013 in Canton.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.003 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by SD or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Canton (SD4600082) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canton water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Canton in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Canton serve?

Canton serves approximately 3,066 people across 1 ZIP code in South Dakota.

Where does Canton get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Canton meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Canton serve?
Canton serves approximately 3,066 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Canton's water source?
Canton draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Canton's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Canton's service area?
The Canton service area has a median household income of $77,813. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Canton get its water?
Canton's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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