Custer
EPA ID: SD4600101 · 1,919 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Custer (SD4600101): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Federal monitoring records show zero violations at Custer for the reporting cycles they cover, at a utility serving approximately 1,919 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Custer Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Custer have a median household income of $81,911 and about 5,647 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Custer's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Custer (EPA ID: SD4600101) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 1,919 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 57730 in Custer.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.002 mg/L | No | 2023-12-31 |
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 57730 - Custer
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Custer (SD4600101) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Custer water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Custer 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 Custer serve?
Custer serves approximately 1,919 people across 1 ZIP code in South Dakota.
Where does Custer get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Custer Water Quality Report, SD. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sd4600101/
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