Health Violations Found

Garysburg, NC (27831): 4 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 7 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Northampton--progressive)

Health Violations Found PFAS Detected

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 27831 in Garysburg, NC contain 95 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 4 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 N/A
Water Quality PFAS above MCL 4 health-based violation records
Lead Risk Below action level Below the reporting limit, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2025-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 3 claims
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 4 health-based violations and 91 non-health-based (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.
  • Flood 3 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
95 violations 4 health-based 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
7
Water Systems
2,228
People Served
4
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Surface water
Water Source
Zone 3
County Radon Potential · Low
$76K
Median Home Value63% below state median ($203K)

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Score Breakdown

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Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
0/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
100/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
100/100
Observed

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
100/100
Outdoor environment
100/100

Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (7) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 27831 in Garysburg, North Carolina is mapped to the water system Northampton--progressive (EPA ID: NC0466045). This system provides water to approximately 2,228 people from surface water sources.

There are 7 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Northampton--progressive NC0466045 2,228 Surface water
Northampton--gaston NC0466113 1,123 Surface water
Northampton--lake Gaston NC0466110 3,984 Surface water
Roanoke Rapids Sanitary District NC0442010 15,630 Surface water
Northampton--milwaukee NC0466108 5,715 Groundwater

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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 Northampton--progressive (NC0466045) on EPA.gov.

3 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 27831. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.

Detected compounds: PFOS.

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 (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Garysburg has 3 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 27831 was built around 1989. 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 27831 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 95 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 27831 (primary system: Northampton--progressive), including 4 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 27831's water come from?

The recorded water source for Northampton--progressive, a system mapped to ZIP code 27831, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 2,228 people.

How can I get my water tested in Garysburg?

If Northampton--progressive 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 27831?

27831 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Northampton 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 27831's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 27831. 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.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 27831?

FEMA records contain 3 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 27831; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Garysburg, NC (27831): 4 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/27831/
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Page version: October 2026.

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