Water System Report SD

Northdale Sanitary District

EPA ID: SD4600514 · 1,075 people served · 2 ZIP codes

EPA data: Northdale Sanitary District — zero violations, five years, 1,075 served.

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

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
1,075
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$401K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Northdale Sanitary District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$109,340
Median Household Income
4,410
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
38%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Northdale Sanitary District serves a community with a median household income of $109,340 and an estimated 4,410 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Northdale Sanitary District'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
65th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
55th
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 65th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

33 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 46% 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 Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,750

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

NORTHDALE SANITARY DISTRICT (EPA ID: SD4600514) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 1,075 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

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

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

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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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 Northdale Sanitary District (SD4600514) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northdale Sanitary District water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Northdale Sanitary District serve?

Northdale Sanitary District serves approximately 1,075 people across 2 ZIP codes in South Dakota.

Where does Northdale Sanitary District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
372
Unknown Material
0
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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: 1,075
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 Northdale Sanitary District safe to drink?
Northdale Sanitary District has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Northdale Sanitary District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Northdale Sanitary District serve?
Northdale Sanitary District serves approximately 1,075 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Northdale Sanitary District's water source?
Northdale Sanitary District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Northdale Sanitary District's service area?
The Northdale Sanitary District service area has a median household income of $109,340. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Northdale Sanitary District get its water?
Northdale Sanitary District'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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