27576
Selma, NC
Johnston County · Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area
JOHNSTON CO-WEST

Is Selma tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: September 2025
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data. Last tested September 2025.
City:
Townships:
  • Micro, NC
  • O'Neals, NC
  • Wilders, NC
Neighborhoods:
  • Redwood Village
  • Noble Hills
  • Eden Woods
  • Selma
  • Fairfield

The short answer for Selma

Selma tap water has 13 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFHxS at 4.5× the limit (tested January 2024). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Selma

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.
  • 6:2 FTS, PFBS, PFHpA, PFHxS, PFOA, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
PFHxS concentration (µg/L) January 2024
0 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 0.02 µg/L
0.018 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.004 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
350% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.004 µg/L | Your water: 0.018 µg/L
Certified Filters for Selma Tap Water

PFHxS (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
PFHxS
Tested: January 2024 · SELMA, TOWN OF		 0.018 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 350% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: January 2024 · SELMA, TOWN OF		 0.012 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 300% above limit
6:2 FTS
Tested: January 2024 · SELMA, TOWN OF		 0.017 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 240% above limit
PFOS
Tested: January 2024 · SELMA, TOWN OF		 0.011 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 175% above limit
PFOS
Tested: September 2025 · Johnston Co. WTP		 0.010 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 155% above limit
View all tested compounds

SELMA, TOWN OF · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFHxS 0.018 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 350% above limit
PFPeA 0.012 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 300% above limit
6:2 FTS 0.017 µg/L 0.005 µg/L 240% above limit
PFOS 0.011 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 175% above limit
PFBS 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 93% above limit
PFHpA 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 10% above limit
PFHxA 0.009 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.3% of 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
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
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
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <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
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

1957 Lizzie Mill Rd · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 70% above limit
PFBS 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 53% above limit
PFOA 0.006 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 43% above limit
PFOS 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 38% above limit
PFHxA 0.006 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of 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
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
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
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Johnston Co. WTP · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.010 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 155% above limit
PFPeA 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 57% above limit
PFOA 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 38% above limit
PFHxS 0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 77% of limit
PFHxA 0.004 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.1% of 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
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
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Johnston County WTP East · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
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
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <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 27576

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. Outlines appear when service-area boundary data is available for this ZIP.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 27576 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 27576?

ZIP 27576 has 13 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFHxS at 4.5x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 27576 tap water remove PFHxS?

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 PFHxS?

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 27576?

Public records identify JOHNSTON CO-WEST as a primary water system associated with ZIP 27576. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 27576 tap water last tested?

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

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 27576?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact JOHNSTON CO-WEST or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 27576. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFHxS: 0,004 µg/L)
Last tested September 2025
Last page update 2026-05-05

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