Silver Spring, PA: 2 Violations — 54/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water compliance in Silver Spring, PA ranks below average — documented gaps in multiple service areas.
How Silver Spring Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Silver Spring Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
Who Supplies Your Water in Silver Spring
Water delivery in Silver Spring, PA is handled by 2 utilities rather than a single system — drawn from 2 providers in federal records, each filing its own compliance reports and setting its own rates.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Silver Spring, Pennsylvania, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 217 people.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Silver Spring: D (54/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Silver Spring water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Silver Spring
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 2383 | Other | 2 | 1 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17575 | D | 2 | 0 | Shalako Run Mhp |
All ZIP Codes in Silver Spring
- 17575 [D] — 2 violations
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Top Contaminants in Silver Spring Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
What You Can Do in Silver Spring
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Contaminant 2383 can reduce the most common contaminant found in Silver Spring's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Silver Spring, PA