Mount Saint Marys University
EPA ID: MD0100019 · 1,900 people served · 1 ZIP code
Federal monitoring records confirm Mount Saint Marys University has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 1,900 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Mount Saint Marys University Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Mount Saint Marys University serves a community with a median household income of $92,697 and an estimated 6,079 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Mount Saint Marys University's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
About 1% of homes in Frederick County, Maryland rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Mount Saint Marys University (EPA ID: MD0100019) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 1,900 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 21727 in Emmitsburg.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MD or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 21727 — Emmitsburg
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mount Saint Marys University (MD0100019) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Saint Marys University water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Mount Saint Marys University has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Mount Saint Marys University serve?
Mount Saint Marys University serves approximately 1,900 people across 1 ZIP code in Maryland.
Where does Mount Saint Marys University get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.