Water System Report SD

Redfield

EPA ID: SD4600277 · 2,214 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm Redfield 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 2,214 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

D · 52
Avg Safety Score
2,214
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.006 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$153K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$80,313
Median Household Income
3,699
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
67th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Redfield serves a community with a median household income of $80,313 and an estimated 3,699 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% 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

Redfield'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

85 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 97% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in South Dakota

C 1 violation
Elk Point
2,124 people
C 0 violations
Fort Pierre
2,115 people
C 0 violations
Springfield
2,108 people
0 violations
C 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
Total Estimated Cost $2,000

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

Redfield (EPA ID: SD4600277) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 2,214 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (52/100)

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
57469 0.006 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

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

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Redfield (SD4600277) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redfield water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Redfield serve?

Redfield serves approximately 2,214 people across 3 ZIP codes in South Dakota.

Where does Redfield 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:

27
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
9
Unknown Material
1,140
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 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,214
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 Redfield safe to drink?
Redfield has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Redfield meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Redfield serve?
Redfield serves approximately 2,214 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Redfield's water source?
Redfield draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Redfield's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.006 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Redfield's service area?
The Redfield service area has a median household income of $80,313. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Redfield get its water?
Redfield'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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