Lead Service Lines in WEB WATER DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION
WEB WATER DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION serves about 20,750 people in South Dakota. Like all US water systems, it is required by federal law to identify and publicly report on lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the water main.
What you need to know
A lead service line is a pipe made of lead or a lead-containing alloy. When water sits in these pipes, particularly if your water is acidic or soft, lead can dissolve into your drinking water. Lead exposure is a real health concern, especially for children and pregnant people.
The good news: lead in drinking water is preventable. It requires identifying which homes have lead lines, flushing practices, water treatment adjustments, and ultimately replacement.
WEB's current inventory status
As of now, WEB WATER DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION has not completed a full inventory of lead service lines in its service area. This means the utility is still in the process of identifying which of its approximately 20,750 connections contain lead.
No inventory results are currently available to the public through this system. This is not unusual—many water systems are working through this process for the first time.
What happens next
Water systems must complete their inventories by specific federal deadlines and make results publicly available. WEB is required to develop a plan for replacing lead service lines and to report progress annually. Funding for these replacements became available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, though not all systems have accessed it yet.
Your utility should have information on:
- Its current inventory timeline
- Whether your specific address has been assessed
- Steps homeowners can take to reduce exposure in the meantime (like flushing and using a certified lead filter)
Next steps for residents
- Contact WEB WATER DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION directly to ask if your address has been surveyed and whether your line is known to be lead, non-lead, or still unknown.
- Request their lead service line inventory and replacement plan—these are public records.
- While you wait, run water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if it has sat unused for 6+ hours; use a pitcher filter certified for lead if concerned.
- Have children tested for lead if you live in this service area—talk to a pediatrician or call your state health department.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does WEB WATER DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION have lead in the water?
The utility has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines, so it is unknown how many connections contain lead. Contact the utility directly for information about your specific address.
How do I know if my home has a lead service line?
Ask WEB WATER DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION directly—they are required to tell you. You can also request their lead inventory and map. If your line is still being assessed, the utility can advise you on timing.
Is lead in drinking water dangerous?
Yes. Lead can harm brain development in children and cause other health problems at any age. For health concerns, consult a pediatrician or the CDC website on lead.
What can I do right now to reduce lead exposure?
Run water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if it has been sitting unused for several hours. You can also use a pitcher filter certified by NSF International for lead reduction while the utility works on its inventory and replacement plan.