Town of Clear Spring
EPA ID: MD0210005 · 455 people served · 1 ZIP code
Water monitoring for Town of Clear Spring: clean, five years, 455 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Town of Clear Spring Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Town of Clear Spring serves a community with a median household income of $83,542 and an estimated 9,942 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 34% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Town of Clear Spring's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
About 1% of homes in Washington 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.
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
Town of Clear Spring (EPA ID: MD0210005) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 455 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 21795 in Williamsport.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
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
- 21795 — Williamsport
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Town of Clear Spring (MD0210005) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Town of Clear Spring water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Town of Clear Spring has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Town of Clear Spring serve?
Town of Clear Spring serves approximately 455 people across 1 ZIP code in Maryland.
Where does Town of Clear Spring get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.