Sisseton, SD 57262
8 water systems • 4,498 residents
Excellent water quality with minimal contaminants
Score: 84/100
Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.
Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts
18
Contaminants Detected
186
Violations on Record
13
Health-Based Violations
0
Recent Violations
Grade Breakdown
84 / 100 points
Recommended Water Filters
- ✓Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
- ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
- ✓Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.
Sisseton vs SD & National Average
Detected Contaminants
18 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code
| Contaminant | Category |
|---|---|
| Nitrate | Agricultural |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproduct |
| TTHM | Disinfection Byproduct |
| Arsenic | Heavy Metal |
| Barium | Heavy Metal |
| Cadmium | Heavy Metal |
| Chromium | Heavy Metal |
| Mercury | Heavy Metal |
| Selenium | Heavy Metal |
| CYANIDE | Inorganic |
| Fluoride | Inorganic |
| Coliform (TCR) | Microorganism |
| E. COLI | Microorganism |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microorganism |
| Chlorine | Other |
| Groundwater Rule | Other |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Radiological |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Radiological |
Water System Information
- Systems Serving This ZIP:
- SISSETON, PEEVER FLATS WATER SYSTEM, FINLEY HEIGHTS WATER SYSTEM, OLD AGENCY WATER SYSTEM, RED IRON LAKE WATER SYSTEM +3 more
- Population Served:
- 4,498
- Systems With Violations:
- 8 of 8
- Major Violations:
- 91
- Enforcement Actions:
- 45
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the grade mean?
Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.
Is my tap water safe to drink?
Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.
How often is the data updated?
We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.
What filters do you recommend?
Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.