ZipCheckup grade for 27239: C.

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C 66

Denton, NC (27239): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 66/100

EPA data combined for 3 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Handy Sanitary District)

PFAS Detected

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 27239 in Denton, NC contain 18 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score
C 66/100
Water Quality PFAS above MCL 18 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk Below action level Below the reporting limit, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2025-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 18 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • PFAS At least one PFAS result is above an EPA MCL value (UCMR5 sampling; MCL compliance required from 2029).
  • Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
18 violations PFAS detected
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
C
ZIP-level Home Safety model score: 66 / 100
Bottom 29% of U.S. ZIP codes
3
Water Systems
9,548
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Surface water
Water Source
Zone 3
County Radon Potential · Low
$175K
Median Home Value14% below state median ($203K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: 66/100

This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
46/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
0/100
Observed
EPA radon zone
100/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
75/100
Observed

Required domains

Drinking water
23/100
Indoor environment
100/100
Outdoor environment
75/100

Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.

Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.

Safety & Health (7) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 27239 in Denton, North Carolina is mapped to the water system Handy Sanitary District (EPA ID: NC0229035). This system provides water to approximately 9,548 people from surface water sources.

There are 3 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Handy Sanitary District NC0229035 9,548 Surface water
Denton, Town of NC0229030 1,710 Surface water
Davidson Water Inc. NC0229025 154,307 Surface water

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Handy Sanitary District (NC0229035) on EPA.gov.

4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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PFAS Contamination Detected

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 27239. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.

Detected compounds: PFBA, PFOS, PFBS, PFPeA.

Highest measured level: 0.0062 µg/L

Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.

📊 EPA UCMR5 · View source →
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH

CPSC product recall notices

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Protect Your Home in Denton

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 27239 was built around 1984. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Denton is 1984; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 27239 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 18 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 27239 (primary system: Handy Sanitary District), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 27239's water come from?

The recorded water source for Handy Sanitary District, a system mapped to ZIP code 27239, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 9,548 people.

How does Denton water compare to the national average?

Denton's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 71% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 85% of ZIP codes within North Carolina.

How can I get my water tested in Denton?

If Handy Sanitary District supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

What is the radon risk for 27239?

27239 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Davidson County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 27239's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 27239. One or more PFAS results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Denton, NC (27239): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 66/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/27239/
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Page version: October 2026.

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