Harnett County borders Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg) to the south, home to about 140,000 residents. Harnett County draws from the Cape Fear River.
Harnett County borders Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg) to the south, home to about 140,000 residents. Harnett County draws from the Cape Fear River. The county's proximity to the military installation and its position on the Cape Fear River link it to both military PFAS sources and the downstream Chemours contamination.
Harnett County is affected by PFAS from multiple sources – Fort Liberty's AFFF use and the broader Cape Fear River basin contamination. According to NC DEQ's 2024 monitoring data, PFAS compounds have been detected in the county's Cape Fear River intake. UCMR5 data confirms ongoing detections.
The Cape Fear River at Harnett County is upstream of the Chemours facility, but downstream of Fort Liberty and other upstream sources. The county has invested in treatment to address PFAS.
Harnett County's position on the Cape Fear River with military PFAS sources nearby makes monitoring important.
Check your water for current PFAS data. Reverse osmosis provides strong household protection. Our water filter guide covers options. Pull your detailed report, and visit our North Carolina page for statewide data.