Water System Report SD

Davison Rural Water System Inc.

EPA ID: SD4601090 ยท 3,485 people served ยท 11 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Davison Rural Water System Inc. (SD4601090): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, Davison Rural Water System Inc. has stayed completely violation-free for its 3,485 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,485
People Served
11
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 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 Davison Rural Water System Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$72,750
Median Household Income
28,842
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
47th
Poverty Percentile
52th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Davison Rural Water System Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $72,750 and an estimated 28,842 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Davison Rural Water System Inc.'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
28th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

71 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
7 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 91% 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 Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,055
Water Filtration $27
Total Estimated Cost $2,282

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

Davison Rural Water System Inc. (EPA ID: SD4601090) is a community water system in South Dakota that serves approximately 3,485 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 11 ZIP codes across 11 communities.

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
0.001 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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Davison Rural Water System Inc. (SD4601090) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davison Rural Water System Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Davison Rural Water System Inc. 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 Davison Rural Water System Inc. serve?

Davison Rural Water System Inc. serves approximately 3,485 people across 11 ZIP codes in South Dakota.

Where does Davison Rural Water System Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Davison Rural Water System Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Davison Rural Water System Inc. serve?
Davison Rural Water System Inc. serves approximately 3,485 people with drinking water across 11 ZIP codes.
What is Davison Rural Water System Inc.'s water source?
Davison Rural Water System Inc. draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Davison Rural Water System Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Davison Rural Water System Inc.'s service area?
The Davison Rural Water System Inc. service area has a median household income of $72,750. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Davison Rural Water System Inc. get its water?
Davison Rural Water System Inc.'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.). Davison Rural Water System Inc. Water Quality Report, SD. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sd4601090/
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