Water System Report SD

Menno

EPA ID: SD4600205 · 614 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Menno — the supplier serving 614 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

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

614
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$192K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$98,063
Median Household Income
1,610
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Menno serves a community with a median household income of $98,063 and an estimated 1,610 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% 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

Menno'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
5th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Yankton 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 78% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

Menno (EPA ID: SD4600205) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 614 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Menno (SD4600205) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Menno water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Menno serve?

Menno serves approximately 614 people across 2 ZIP codes in South Dakota.

Where does Menno 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:

31
Confirmed Lead
6
Galvanized — Replacement Required
321
Unknown Material
0
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: 614
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

Should I use a water filter?
Menno meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Menno serve?
Menno serves approximately 614 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Menno's water source?
Menno draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Menno's service area?
The Menno service area has a median household income of $98,063. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Menno get its water?
Menno'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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