Water System Report NC

Fort Bragg Linden Oaks

EPA ID: NC5043001 ยท 3,733 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fort Bragg Linden Oaks (NC5043001): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Fort Bragg Linden Oaks sits well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 3,733 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,733
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$245K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fort Bragg Linden Oaks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$77,197
Median Household Income
25,981
Service Area Population
46%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
20%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fort Bragg Linden Oaks serves a community with a median household income of $77,197 and an estimated 25,981 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 46% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Fort Bragg Linden Oaks's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

18 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
47 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 28% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: HFPO-DA: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in North Carolina

Wilkesboro, Town of
3,687 people
0 violations
Murfreesboro, Town of
3,645 people
7 violations
3 violations
City of Lowell
3,837 people
9 violations
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Fort Bragg Linden Oaks (EPA ID: NC5043001) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 3,733 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 28326 in Cameron.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NC or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Fort Bragg Linden Oaks (NC5043001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Bragg Linden Oaks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Fort Bragg Linden Oaks in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Fort Bragg Linden Oaks serve?

Fort Bragg Linden Oaks serves approximately 3,733 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Fort Bragg Linden Oaks get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
232
Detections
56
Latest sample
4/23/2024
Highest analyte
PFBS: 15 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 14 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 11 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 15 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 14 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 14 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 11 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Fort Bragg Linden Oaks meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fort Bragg Linden Oaks serve?
Fort Bragg Linden Oaks serves approximately 3,733 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Fort Bragg Linden Oaks's water source?
Fort Bragg Linden Oaks draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Fort Bragg Linden Oaks's service area?
The Fort Bragg Linden Oaks service area has a median household income of $77,197. EPA EJScreen data classifies 46% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Fort Bragg Linden Oaks get its water?
Fort Bragg Linden Oaks's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fort Bragg Linden Oaks Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc5043001/
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