Poolesville High School is slated for a new synthetic turf field—directly above the federally designated Piedmont Sole Source Aquifer, the community’s only drinking water source. With a history of PFAS contamination and emerging research on turf-related environmental and health risks, this proposal raises critical questions about groundwater protection and long-term safety.

The Piedmont Sole Source Aquifer is a vital groundwater resource in Maryland, spanning over 135 square miles. The aquifer provides essential drinking water to communities, farms, and businesses.