ZIP Code 27509
High RiskPFAS above EPA limits detected
2 compounds exceed EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels in water serving this ZIP code. Standard pitcher filters like Brita do not remove PFAS. See filter recommendations below.
2
PFAS Detected
2
Above EPA Limits
1
Water System
475%
Highest % of MCL
Compounds Exceeding EPA Limits
PFOS Exceeds EPA limit
0 ppt MCL: 4 ppt 475% of limit
Detected: 19.00 ppt
PFOA Exceeds EPA limit
0 ppt MCL: 4 ppt 275% of limit
Detected: 11.00 ppt
SOUTH GRANVILLE WTR&SEWER AUTHORITY
NC0239107 High RiskWater Type
Surface Water
PFAS Detected
2
Above MCL
2
State
North Carolina
Data Period
2023–2025
PFAS Test Results
| Compound | Detected | vs. EPA Limit | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PFOS Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid | 19.00ppt | 475% of limit
| 4 ppt | ⚠ Exceeds MCL |
PFOA Perfluorooctanoic acid | 11.00ppt | 275% of limit
| 4 ppt | ⚠ Exceeds MCL |
Data source: EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle (UCMR 5) — January 2026 release.
UCMR 5 tested ~10,000 public water systems serving more than 25 people between 2023-2025 for 29 PFAS compounds.
Detection values represent the highest single-sample result measured at entry points to the distribution system.