28390
Spring Lake, NC
Cumberland County · Fayetteville, NC metro area
OLD NORTH UTILITIES SERVICES/FT BRAGG

Is tap water in Bataan (28390) safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: November 2025
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data. Last tested November 2025.
City:
CDP:
Townships:
  • Manchester, NC
  • Carvers Creek, NC
Neighborhoods:
  • Bataan
  • Ardennes
  • Bastogne Gables
  • Corregidor
  • Pope Field
  • Bougainville

The short answer for Bataan (28390)

Spring Lake tap water has 17 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFPeA at 5.0× the limit (tested November 2025). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Spring Lake

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.
  • PFBS, PFHpA, PFHxS, PFOA, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
PFPeA concentration (µg/L) November 2025
0 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 0.02 µg/L
0.015 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.003 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
397% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.003 µg/L | Your water: 0.015 µg/L
Certified Filters for Spring Lake Tap Water

PFPeA (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
PFPeA
Tested: November 2025 · PWC Master Meter		 0.015 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 397% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: November 2025 · Harnett Master Meter		 0.014 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 367% above limit
PFOS
Tested: November 2025 · Harnett Master Meter		 0.013 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 232% above limit
PFOS
Tested: September 2025 · Clearwell		 0.012 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 208% above limit
PFOS
Tested: November 2025 · PWC Master Meter		 0.012 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 202% above limit
View all tested compounds

Harnett Master Meter · Tested: November 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.014 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 367% above limit
PFOS 0.013 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 232% above limit
PFOA 0.009 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 135% above limit
PFBS 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 113% above limit
PFHpA 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 83% above limit
PFHxS 0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 10% above limit
PFHxA 0.012 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.4% of limit
PFBA 0.008 µg/L 6 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
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
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

PWC Master Meter · Tested: November 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.015 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 397% above limit
PFOS 0.012 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 202% above limit
PFBS 0.006 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 113% above limit
PFOA 0.007 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 88% above limit
PFHpA 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 57% above limit
PFHxS 0.006 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 40% above limit
PFHxA 0.010 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.3% of limit
PFBA 0.007 µg/L 6 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
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
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

Clearwell · Tested: September 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.012 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 208% above limit
PFPeA 0.007 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 130% above limit
PFOA 0.008 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 92% above limit
PFBS 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 13% above limit
PFHpA 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 10% above limit
PFHxS 0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 77% of limit
PFHxA 0.006 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% 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
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
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 28390

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 28390 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 28390?

ZIP 28390 has 17 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFPeA at 5.0x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 28390 tap water remove PFPeA?

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 PFPeA?

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 28390?

Public records identify OLD NORTH UTILITIES SERVICES/FT BRAGG as a primary water system associated with ZIP 28390. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 28390 tap water last tested?

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

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 28390?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact OLD NORTH UTILITIES SERVICES/FT BRAGG or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 28390. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFPeA: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested November 2025
Last page update 2026-05-05

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