Water Department

Water Superintendent:

Jason Springer

To set up residential service for city utilities (sewer, water, and garbage) with the City of De Smet, please contact the Finance Office.

Water Department Responsibilities:

Daily operation of city water and wastewater system including treatment
Maintenance of all fire hydrants and water mains and manholes and sewer mains
Installation and related maintenance of water meters, including bi-monthly meter readings
Maintenance of all buildings and equipment housed therein for water and wastewater systems
Oversee installation of all new connections to city water and wastewater systems
Oversee all water and wastewater system maintenance and construction
Submit all state-required samples and complete all required record keeping for water and wastewater system
Order all chemicals and supplies needed to maintain the water and wastewater system
Mowing and snow removal as needed at all well sites, the water tower lot, lift stations, and the lagoon

Did you know?

It can take 3,000 gallons of water per week to keep a quarter acre of lawn green.

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