Silver Spring eruv
The Silver Spring Eruv serves Kemp Mill, Hillandale, White Oak, Woodmoor, Northwood and Wheaton — roughly 13.75 square miles — and is inspected before every Shabbat.
How to check whether it's up
- Eruv line 301-593-5561
- Website yise.org/eruv
What it covers
The eruv serves Kemp Mill, Hillandale, White Oak, Woodmoor, Northwood and Wheaton, roughly 13.75 square miles, which makes a car-free Shabbat practical for most of the community. It is inspected before every Shabbat, usually on Friday.
Official map
Good to know
- The eruv committee's own guidance: never assume the eruv is up — always check before carrying.
Sources
ShulMap communities here
Frequently asked questions
Is there an eruv in Silver Spring?
The Silver Spring Eruv serves Kemp Mill, Hillandale, White Oak, Woodmoor, Northwood and Wheaton — roughly 13.75 square miles — and is inspected before every Shabbat. Source: yise.org/eruv, checked 7 September 2026. Always confirm before carrying, and follow your own rav.
How do I check if the Silver Spring eruv is up?
Eruv line: 301-593-5561. Website: yise.org/eruv (silverspringeruv.org redirects here). Never assume it is up — check before every Shabbos.
Is there a map of the Silver Spring eruv?
Yes — Map at yise.org/eruv. ShulMap does not draw eruv boundaries; use the eruv's own map and check your specific street.
Eruv: Eruv boundaries are shown for orientation only and reflect the boundary, not live up/down status. Always confirm with your local rav or the eruv hotline before relying on them.