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Lead service lines in Mitchell, SD

2 water utilities serve Mitchell, with approximately 19,136 people served.

Last verified from EPA SDWIS + utility inventories: 2026-04-14
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Lead Service Lines in Mitchell, SD

What you need to know

Mitchell's two water systems serve about 19,100 people. Neither system has reported confirmed lead service lines in their current inventories. However, inventory data is still being collected across the country, and some systems may not yet have complete counts of their pipes.

Lead service lines are the pipes that run from the water main under the street to your home. If your house was built before 1980, there's a higher chance your service line contains lead or lead-bearing materials. Even if your utility hasn't identified lead in its system, your individual connection could still be at risk.

The two water systems in Mitchell

City of Mitchell serves about 15,650 people in the city proper. Davison Rural Water System Inc serves roughly 3,485 people in the surrounding area. Both utilities are responsible for testing and mapping their service lines under federal Safe Drinking Water Act rules.

What to do about your home

You can't see your service line—it's buried underground. The best way to find out if yours contains lead is to:

1. Contact your water utility directly and ask if your address is on a lead service line or in a high-risk area. Provide your street address and they can tell you what they know. 2. Get your water tested if you're concerned. A simple test costs $20–50 and tells you whether lead is in your tap water right now. Contact your local health department for a certified lab. 3. If you have young children, talk to your pediatrician about testing. The CDC recommends baseline testing for kids under 6 in homes built before 1986. 4. If lead is found, your utility may help fund replacement of the service line. Ask about programs and grants.

Filtering or treatment isn't a permanent fix—replacing the line is the only way to eliminate the source.

Next steps for residents

  • Call the City of Mitchell water department or Davison Rural Water System Inc and ask about lead service lines at your address.
  • Request a free or low-cost water test from your local health department.
  • If you have young children in the home, contact your pediatrician about lead exposure risk.
  • Check whether your utility offers rebates or grants to help pay for service line replacement.

Utilities serving Mitchell

Common questions

Does Mitchell South Dakota have lead in the water?

The two water systems serving Mitchell have not reported confirmed lead service lines. However, homes built before 1980 in older neighborhoods may still have lead service lines that haven't been identified yet. The only way to know about your home is to contact your utility or get your water tested.

How do I know if my house has a lead service line in Mitchell?

Call your water utility (City of Mitchell or Davison Rural Water System) with your address and ask. They can check their records and maps. You can also look at your home's age and the material of the visible pipe where it enters your house, though the service line itself is buried underground.

Is it safe to drink tap water in Mitchell SD?

Mitchell's water systems test for safety and meet federal standards. However, if you're concerned about lead specifically—especially if you have young children—a simple water test takes the guesswork out. Contact your local health department for a certified lab.

What should I do if I think I have a lead service line?

First, get your water tested by a certified lab (usually $20–50). If lead is detected, contact your utility about replacement programs or grants. Replacing the service line is the only permanent solution. If you have children under 6, tell your pediatrician.