A92/100
BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,200 people · South Dakota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SD4600430
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.013 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2004.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM
Is BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2004. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM serve?
BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 6,200 people, South Dakota. The system provides water to 2 communities: Toronto, Clear Lake.
What type of water does BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM provide?
BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SD4600430.
How does BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in South Dakota?
BROOKINGS-DEUEL RURAL WATER SYSTEM scores 92/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our South Dakota state page for a full comparison of water systems.