DAVISON RURAL WATER SYSTEM INC Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
Davison Rural Water System Inc serves approximately 3,485 people in South Dakota. The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
This water system has not yet completed a lead service line (LSL) inventory. As of now, no service lines have been inventoried — meaning the utility does not have public data showing how many lead pipes serve homes in this area.
Federal law (the Lead and Copper Rule) requires all water systems to identify which homes are connected via lead service lines. This inventory work is ongoing across the country, and many smaller systems like this one are still in early stages of assessment.
What This Means for You
Without a completed inventory, you won't find a list of addresses known to have lead service lines. However:
- Your home may still have a lead service line. Even systems without finished inventories often have some lead pipes in the ground.
- Lead exposure is preventable. Flushing your tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking, using cold water for consumption, and installing a point-of-use filter (certified to NSF/53 or NSF/P473 standard) are effective short-term steps.
- Your utility can tell you if your line is lead. Contact Davison Rural Water System Inc directly and ask about your specific address.
The utility is required by law to complete this inventory work and share results publicly. Check back periodically or contact them to ask about their timeline.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact your water utility at Davison Rural Water System Inc and ask whether your service line is lead, galvanized, or copper.
- Get your water tested if you're concerned; a simple test can detect lead levels. Your utility or local health department can provide guidance.
- Use short-term protection while you get answers: flush your tap, use cold water for drinking/cooking, and consider a certified filter.
- Ask about replacement programs — your utility may offer or fund LSL replacement; ask whether you qualify.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Davison Rural Water System have lead in the water?
The water system has not yet completed its lead service line inventory, so there's no public list of affected addresses. Contact the utility directly to find out whether your home has a lead service line. Lead in water comes from pipes, not the source, so the risk depends on your home's plumbing, not the water source itself.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Call Davison Rural Water System Inc and ask about the service line at your address. You can also hire a plumber to inspect or test the line at your property. If you want to test water quality, your utility or county health department can direct you to a certified lab.
What should I do if my service line is lead?
Short-term steps include flushing your tap for 30 seconds before drinking, using cold water for cooking and drinking, and installing a certified point-of-use filter (NSF/53 or NSF/P473). Long-term, replacement of the lead service line is the only permanent fix; ask your utility about replacement programs and funding.
Is lead service line replacement expensive?
Replacement can cost $3,000–$25,000 depending on your area and line length. Many utilities now offer cost-share programs or grants. Contact Davison Rural Water System Inc to ask about financial assistance or replacement programs available to customers.