F0/100
BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,481 people · South Dakota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SD4600223
Violations
35
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1993.
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 BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL
Is BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL water safe to drink?
BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 35 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL have any EPA violations?
Yes, BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL has 35 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1993. Violation types include MR, MCL. 32 are health-based violations.
How many people does BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL serve?
BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL serves approximately 1,481 people, South Dakota. The system provides water to 1 community: Newell.
What type of water does BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL provide?
BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SD4600223.
How does BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL compare to other utilities in South Dakota?
BUTTE-MEADE SWD-BEAN WELL scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our South Dakota state page for a full comparison of water systems.