F16/100
MARTIN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · South Dakota
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SD4600202
Violations
53
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 MARTIN
Is MARTIN water safe to drink?
MARTIN water receives a grade of F (16/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 53 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MARTIN detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MARTIN's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARTIN have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARTIN has 53 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MCL, MR, TT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARTIN serve?
MARTIN serves approximately 1,500 people, South Dakota. The system provides water to 1 community: Martin.
What type of water does MARTIN provide?
MARTIN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SD4600202.
How does MARTIN compare to other utilities in South Dakota?
MARTIN scores 16/100 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.