Aurora-brule Rural Water System
EPA ID: SD4600621 · 2,750 people served · 9 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Aurora-brule Rural Water System (SD4600621): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Aurora-brule Rural Water System stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 2,750 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Aurora-brule Rural Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Aurora-brule Rural Water System serves a community with a median household income of $76,292 and an estimated 11,849 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 35% 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.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Aurora-brule Rural Water System'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.
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
Aurora-brule Rural Water System (EPA ID: SD4600621) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 2,750 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 9 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.004 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 $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.
- 57325 - Chamberlain
- 57341 - Gann Valley
- 57355 - Kimball
- 57368 - Plankinton
- 57369 - Platte
- 57370 - Pukwana
- 57375 - Stickney
- 57382 - Wessington Springs
- 57383 - White Lake
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Aurora-brule Rural Water System (SD4600621) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora-brule Rural Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Aurora-brule Rural Water System 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 Aurora-brule Rural Water System serve?
Aurora-brule Rural Water System serves approximately 2,750 people across 9 ZIP codes in South Dakota.
Where does Aurora-brule Rural Water System get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Aurora-brule Rural Water System Water Quality Report, SD. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sd4600621/
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