Water System Report MD

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

455
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$276K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$83,542
Median Household Income
9,942
Service Area Population
34%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

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?

Surface Water

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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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0 violations
C 1 violation
Town of Vienna
460 people
B 0 violations
0 violations
D 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

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

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ZIP Codes Served

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Town of Clear Spring 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 Clear Spring serve?
Town of Clear Spring serves approximately 455 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Town of Clear Spring's water source?
Town of Clear Spring draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Town of Clear Spring's service area?
The Town of Clear Spring service area has a median household income of $83,542. EPA EJScreen data classifies 34% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Town of Clear Spring get its water?
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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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