ZipCheckup grade for 27281: C.
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Jackson Springs, NC (27281): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 67/100
EPA data combined for 5 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Foxfire Village, Town of)
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 27281 in Jackson Springs, NC contain 45 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 18 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 18 health-based violations and 27 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0128 mg/L is below the EPA action level, but EPA's health goal for lead is zero; filtration is advisable.
- 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.
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Jackson Springs (27281): one critical alert.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 67/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (7) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 27281 in Jackson Springs, North Carolina is mapped to the water system Foxfire Village, Town of (EPA ID: NC0363479). This system provides water to approximately 1,782 people from groundwater sources.
There are 5 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxfire Village, Town of | NC0363479 | 1,782 | Groundwater |
| Candor, Town of | NC0362030 | 875 | Surface water |
| Montgomery County Water System | NC0362010 | 15,362 | Surface water |
| Richmond County Water System | NC0377109 | 22,578 | Surface water |
| Pinebluff, Town of | NC0363030 | 2,054 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in North Carolina
- 27006 (Advance) - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27007 (Ararat)
- 27009 (Belews Creek) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 27010 (Bethania)
- 27011 (Boonville) - 25 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27012 (Clemmons) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27013 (Cleveland) - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27014 (Cooleemee) - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27016 (Danbury)
- 27017 (Dobson) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27018 (East Bend) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27019 (Germanton) - 98 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27020 (Hamptonville) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27021 (King) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27022 (Lawsonville)
- 27023 (Lewisville) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 27024 (Lowgap)
- 27025 (Madison) - 21 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27027 (Mayodan) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27028 (Mocksville) - 15 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 28367 (Norman) - 5 mi
- 27229 (Candor) - 7 mi - 44 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27376 (West End) - 8 mi - 27 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27242 (Eagle Springs) - 8 mi
- 28338 (Ellerbe) - 10 mi - 16 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27209 (Biscoe) - 11 mi - 51 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 28374 (Pinehurst) - 11 mi - 10 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 28370 (Pinehurst) - 12 mi
- 28388 (Southern Pines) - 14 mi
- 28373 (Pinebluff) - 14 mi - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Foxfire Village, Town of (NC0363479) 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.
Compliance History
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 27281. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.
Detected compounds: 6:2 FTS, PFOS, PFPeA, PFHxA, PFBS.
Highest measured level: 0.0066 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.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 27281 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 45 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 27281 (primary system: Foxfire Village, Town of), including 18 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 27281's water come from?
The recorded water source for Foxfire Village, Town of, a system mapped to ZIP code 27281, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,782 people.
How does Jackson Springs water compare to the national average?
Jackson Springs's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 65% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 83% of ZIP codes within North Carolina.
How can I get my water tested in Jackson Springs?
If Foxfire Village, Town of 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.
Is lead a concern in 27281 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 27281 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0128 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 27281?
27281 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Moore 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 27281's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 27281. 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
ZipCheckup. (2026). Jackson Springs, NC (27281): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 67/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/27281/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 27281
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28367 | Norman, NC | 4.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 27229 | Candor, NC | 6.7 mi | C | 44 |
| 27376 | West End, NC | 7.7 mi | N/A | 27 |
| 27242 | Eagle Springs, NC | 7.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28338 | Ellerbe, NC | 10.4 mi | B | 16 |
| 27209 | Biscoe, NC | 11.2 mi | C | 51 |
| 28374 | Pinehurst, NC | 11.3 mi | N/A | 10 |
| 28370 | Pinehurst, NC | 12.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28388 | Southern Pines, NC | 13.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28373 | Pinebluff, NC | 14.3 mi | N/A | 7 |
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