Elk Point
EPA ID: SD4600116 · 2,124 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Elk Point (SD4600116): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five clean years on EPA record - Elk Point, 2,124 residents served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Elk Point Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Elk Point serves a community with a median household income of $88,466 and an estimated 3,165 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Elk Point'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in South Dakota
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Elk Point (EPA ID: SD4600116) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 2,124 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 57025 in Elk Point.
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 | 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 57025 - Elk Point
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Elk Point (SD4600116) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elk Point water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Elk Point 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 Elk Point serve?
Elk Point serves approximately 2,124 people across 1 ZIP code in South Dakota.
Where does Elk Point get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Elk Point Water Quality Report, SD. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sd4600116/
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