Shepherdstown Leaders Warn of Town Run Contamination Concerns
Town Run Watershed leaders raise concerns over water source contamination
The Journal | Thursday, April 3, 2025
In a recent article from The Journal, local leaders in Shepherdstown express concerns over the contamination of Town Run, a vital water source, following the removal of a pet waste station. This decision, made by the Corporation of Shepherdstown at the behest of the Town Run Watershed nonprofit, resulted in an increase of pet waste pollution in the area, jeopardizing the stream’s quality and potentially impacting future drinking water supplies. Members of the community, including about 100 'Friends of Town Run,' are proactive in cleanup efforts, but they face challenges as testing reveals dangerously high levels of bacteria linked to animal waste and potential septic system neglect. The article highlights the importance of community involvement in preserving local water sources and the broader implications for public health.
