Spearfish Meadows
EPA ID: SD4600875 · 87 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Spearfish Meadows (SD4600875): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Across the reporting cycles included in federal data, Spearfish Meadows has no EPA violation entries - the file covers a service population of approximately 87 residents and says nothing about individual household plumbing.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Spearfish Meadows Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Spearfish Meadows have a median household income of $84,441 and about 2,042 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Spearfish Meadows's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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System Overview
Spearfish Meadows (EPA ID: SD4600875) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 87 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 57793 in Whitewood.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.002 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 57793 - Whitewood
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Spearfish Meadows (SD4600875) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spearfish Meadows water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Spearfish Meadows 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 Spearfish Meadows serve?
Spearfish Meadows serves approximately 87 people across 1 ZIP code in South Dakota.
Where does Spearfish Meadows get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Spearfish Meadows Water Quality Report, SD. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sd4600875/
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