Water System Report MD

Town of Grantsville

EPA ID: MD0110005 · 885 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Town of Grantsville (MD0110005): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring history at Town of Grantsville shows a clean slate - EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 885 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS

885
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0027 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$203K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Town of Grantsville Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$69,677
Median Household Income
3,829
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of Grantsville serves a community with a median household income of $69,677 and an estimated 3,829 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Town of Grantsville'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

Town of Grantsville (EPA ID: MD0110005) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 885 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 21536 in Grantsville.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0027 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Town of Grantsville (MD0110005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of Grantsville water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Town of Grantsville in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Town of Grantsville serve?

Town of Grantsville serves approximately 885 people across 1 ZIP code in Maryland.

Where does Town of Grantsville get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Town of Grantsville meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Town of Grantsville serve?
Town of Grantsville serves approximately 885 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Town of Grantsville's water source?
Town of Grantsville draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Town of Grantsville's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0027 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Town of Grantsville's service area?
The Town of Grantsville service area has a median household income of $69,677. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Town of Grantsville get its water?
Town of Grantsville'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.

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