Lake County, SD septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Lake County, South Dakota are permitted by Lake County under ARSD 74:53:01.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Health Department
  • Authorized agent: Lake County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses South Dakota state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 11,059

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Lake County: $150. South Dakota average: $150.

Local rules

County operates under state-level ARSD 74:53:01 (Individual and Small Sewage Systems). Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.

What SepticPro has on file for Lake County

  • 6 permit fees with sources
  • The agency phone, email and office address
  • Setback distances
  • Soil and perc test requirements
  • Allowed system types
  • System design rules
  • Inspection requirements
  • Maintenance and pumping rules
  • Point-of-sale rules
  • Installer, designer and pumper licensing

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Other South Dakota counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Lake County before applying.