D37/100
CHAMBERLAIN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,473 people · South Dakota
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
SD4600086
Violations
24
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 2012.
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 CHAMBERLAIN
Is CHAMBERLAIN water safe to drink?
CHAMBERLAIN water receives a grade of D (37/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 24 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CHAMBERLAIN detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CHAMBERLAIN's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHAMBERLAIN have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHAMBERLAIN has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHAMBERLAIN serve?
CHAMBERLAIN serves approximately 2,473 people, South Dakota. The system provides water to 1 community: Chamberlain.
What type of water does CHAMBERLAIN provide?
CHAMBERLAIN sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is SD4600086.
How does CHAMBERLAIN compare to other utilities in South Dakota?
CHAMBERLAIN scores 37/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our South Dakota state page for a full comparison of water systems.