ZIP Code 27842
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
2
Water Systems
155%
Highest % of MCL
Compounds Exceeding EPA Limits
PFOS Exceeds EPA limit
0 ppt MCL: 4 ppt 138% of limit
Detected: 5.50 ppt
WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
NC0293015 High RiskWater Type
Surface Water
PFAS Detected
1
Above MCL
1
State
North Carolina
Data Period
2023–2025
PFAS Test Results
| Compound | Detected | vs. EPA Limit | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PFOS Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid | 5.50ppt | 138% of limit
| 4 ppt | ⚠ Exceeds MCL |
NORTHAMPTON--LAKE GASTON
NC0466110 High RiskWater Type
Surface Water
PFAS Detected
1
Above MCL
1
State
North Carolina
Data Period
2023–2025
PFAS Test Results
| Compound | Detected | vs. EPA Limit | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PFOS Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid | 6.20ppt | 155% of limit
| 4 ppt | ⚠ Exceeds MCL |
Note: ZIP code 27842 is served by 2 separate water utilities.
Results above show data for each system independently.
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.