27856
Red Oak, NC
Nash County · Rocky Mount, NC metro area
CENTRAL NASH WATER & SEWER

Is tap water in Sun Valley (27856) safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: March 2025
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data. Last tested March 2025.
Cities:
Townships:
  • Griffins, NC
  • Mannings, NC
  • Coopers, NC
  • Castalia, NC
Neighborhoods:
  • Sun Valley
  • Winwood
  • Birchwood Homes
  • Westgate Terrace
  • Southside Park
  • Regency Estates

The short answer for Sun Valley (27856)

Red Oak tap water has 4 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFOS at 50.0× the limit (tested March 2025). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Red Oak

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • PFHxS, PFOA, PFOS above limit.
PFOS concentration (µg/L) March 2025
0 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 0.2 µg/L
0.200 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.004 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
4900% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.004 µg/L | Your water: 0.200 µg/L
Certified Filters for Red Oak Tap Water

PFOS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS
Tested: March 2025 · NASHVILLE, TOWN OF		 0.200 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 4900% above limit
PFHxS
Tested: March 2025 · NASHVILLE, TOWN OF		 0.018 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 350% above limit
PFOS
Tested: October 2023 · CENTRAL NASH WATER & SEWER		 0.008 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 92% above limit
PFOA
Tested: October 2023 · CENTRAL NASH WATER & SEWER		 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 20% above limit
View all tested compounds

CENTRAL NASH WATER & SEWER · Tested: October 2023

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.008 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 92% above limit
PFOA 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 20% above limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

NASHVILLE, TOWN OF · Tested: March 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.200 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 4900% above limit
PFHxS 0.018 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 350% above limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Water utilities serving ZIP 27856

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 27856 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 27856?

ZIP 27856 has 4 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFOS at 50.0x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 27856 tap water remove PFOS?

No. Boiling does not remove PFAS, and the compounds can actually become more concentrated as water evaporates. To reduce PFAS at home, use a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis).

Do basic pitcher filters remove PFOS?

Most basic pitcher filters are only certified to NSF/ANSI 42 or 53, which do not cover PFAS. Look for a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis) on the spec sheet.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 27856?

Public records identify CENTRAL NASH WATER & SEWER as a primary water system associated with ZIP 27856. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 27856 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is March 2025. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 27856?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact CENTRAL NASH WATER & SEWER or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 27856. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA PFAS drinking water standard (PFOS: 0,004 µg/L, effective 2024, compliance by 2031)
Last tested March 2025
Last page update 2026-05-05

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