Tap Water Quality in Rapid City, SD
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Rapid City Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~78,000 | Source: Pactola Reservoir and Madison Aquifer
Rapid City draws from Pactola Reservoir in the Black Hills and deep wells in the Madison Aquifer. The Black Hills region has a long mining history, and some groundwater sources contain naturally elevated levels of uranium and radium. The city blends sources to maintain quality.
Common water quality concerns in Rapid City
Naturally occurring uranium and radium
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Abandoned mine drainage
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Seasonal turbidity
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What's in your Rapid City water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Rapid City water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Rapid City, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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