Water System Report SD

Deadwood

EPA ID: SD4600104 · 1,156 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for Deadwood: clean, five years, 1,156 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
1,156
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$263K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$57,017
Median Household Income
16,180
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Deadwood serves a community with a median household income of $57,017 and an estimated 16,180 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Deadwood's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
73th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
53th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Lawrence County, South Dakota rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 73th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

77 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 88% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $800
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.

System Overview

Deadwood (EPA ID: SD4600104) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 1,156 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
57732 0.002 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Deadwood (SD4600104) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deadwood water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Deadwood has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Deadwood serve?

Deadwood serves approximately 1,156 people across 3 ZIP codes in South Dakota.

Where does Deadwood get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
3
Galvanized — Replacement Required
403
Unknown Material
427
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,156
Reported to South Dakota

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Deadwood safe to drink?
Deadwood earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Deadwood meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Deadwood serve?
Deadwood serves approximately 1,156 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Deadwood's water source?
Deadwood draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Deadwood's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Deadwood's service area?
The Deadwood service area has a median household income of $57,017. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Deadwood get its water?
Deadwood's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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