Water Quality in FORT PIERRE, SD (57532)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 57532.
6
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
6
Monitoring / Reporting
6
Resolved
What does this mean?
6 of 6 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 6 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (6 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 28, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| CYANIDE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Nerve damage or thyroid problems |
| Fluoride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(1)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
2022(3)
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Lead and Copper Rule
66
How Does This Compare?
FORT PIERRE (57532) has 6 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.