Water System Report SD

Webster

EPA ID: SD4600360 ยท 1,728 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Webster (SD4600360): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Webster - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 1,728 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,728
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$162K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$69,844
Median Household Income
2,611
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Webster serves a community with a median household income of $69,844 and an estimated 2,611 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Webster'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

61 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 94% 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 $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Webster (EPA ID: SD4600360) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 1,728 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 57274 in Webster.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.003 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.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Webster (SD4600360) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Webster water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Webster 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 Webster serve?

Webster serves approximately 1,728 people across 1 ZIP code in South Dakota.

Where does Webster get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Webster meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Webster serve?
Webster serves approximately 1,728 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Webster's water source?
Webster draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Webster's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Webster's service area?
The Webster service area has a median household income of $69,844. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Webster get its water?
Webster'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Webster Water Quality Report, SD. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sd4600360/
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