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Cedar Creek Water and Sewer District

The Public Utilities Department is requesting that the Board of Commissioners establish a Water and Sewer District for the Cedar Creek community for the purpose of applying for grants and low-interest rate loans. The first step in this process is to hold a public hearing pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 162A-86 to receive comments from the public. The Cedar Creek community has been impacted with contaminated wells due to PFAS from the Fayetteville Works Site. This contamination poses health and safety concerns for the community.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PROPOSED CEDAR CREEK WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 6:45 p.m., Tuesday, January 20, 2026, in Room 118 in the Cumberland County Courthouse located at 117 Dick Street, Fayetteville, NC, to consider creating a Water and Sewer District for the Cedar Creek area pursuant to NCGS 162A-86. The proposed district is generally described as follows:

The proposed Cedar Creek Water and Sewer District begins at or near the northwest corner of Cumberland County tax parcel REID: 0464695375000 and Cedar Creek Road (NC-53); thence easterly along Cedar Creek Road to its intersection with NC Highway 210; thence southeasterly along NC Highway 210 to its intersection with Doe Hill Road (NCSR-2053); thence easterly a short distance to a point at or near the northwest corner of REID: 0493045262000; thence meandering southeasterly to the southeast corner of REID: 0493045262000; thence meandering westerly along the southerly boundaries of REIDs: 0493045262000, 0483547593000, 0483414739000 to the north corner of REID: 0482091703000; thence meandering southeasterly along the rear or northeastern boundaries of those parcels abutting the northeastern margin of Turnbull Road (NCSR-1002) to the northwestern corner of REID: 0492227352000; thence meandering easterly along the rear or northern boundaries of those parcels abutting the northern margin of Troy Fisher Road (NCSR-2042) to the eastern corner of REID: 1401094676000; thence meandering south along the rear or eastern boundaries of those parcels abutting the eastern margin of Gip Road (NCSR-2041) to the northeast corner of REID: 1401052692000; thence meandering southeasterly along the rear or northeastern boundaries of those parcels abutting the northeastern margin of Turnbull Road to the northeast corner of REID: 1400854320000; thence meandering southeasterly along the rear or northeast boundary of those parcels abutting Sharon Church Road (NCSR-2044) to a point at or near the intersection of the middle of the south boundary of REID: 1410517701000 and the Cumberland and Bladen County boundary line; thence westerly along the Cumberland and Bladen County boundary line to its intersection with the Cape Fear River; thence northerly up and along the Cape Fear River to a large bend of the river, concave to the southwest, at or near the southwest corner of REID: 0464667978000; thence northeasterly to the northwest corner of REID: 0464695375000 and Cedar Creek Road, the point and place of beginning.

The official map and list of all parcels within the proposed Cedar Creek Water and Sewer District are available for inspection during normal business hours at the County Public Utilities Department, 698 Ann Street, Fayetteville, NC. This information can also be found on the Public Utilities website at www.cumberlandcountync.gov/utility.

Proposed Cedar Creek Water and Sewer District boundary.

Cumberland County is planning for the future of water in this area. Water and sewer systems are often planned together. As water services expand, sewer may become more feasible in the future.

Some private wells have been affected by PFAS contamination.

Creating a district helps the County:

  • Study local water needs
  • Look at possible solutions
  • Apply for state and federal funding

This is a planning step, not a final decision.

A water and sewer district is a distinct governmental unit created under North Carolina law to study, fund, and potentially provide water and sewer services for specific geographical areas.

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners serves as the governing board

The goal is to provide clean, safe, regulated drinking water for our community, now and for future generations.

No. Creating a district does not start construction. Water infrastructure projects take time. First, studies must be done in the water and sewer district to determine the infrastructure needs of the area.

Possibly. As the County plans long-term water solutions, districts may grow or connect with other areas over time.

Costs are not known yet. Before any decisions are made, the County will:

  • Complete engineering studies
  • Identify funding sources
  • Gather community input

Creating a district does not automatically raise property taxes. The governing board of a water and sewer district can choose to levy taxes to fund the district.

No decisions have been made about rates or fees. Those details will come later and will be discussed with the community before any decisions are made.

There is no construction project planned yet. Costs and funding will be evaluated carefully before any project is proposed.

Affordability is a top priority. The County is:

  • Seeking grants and low-interest funding
  • Phasing projects over time
  • Planning carefully before decisions are made

Water infrastructure is very expensive and must be funded over time. Using multiple funding sources helps keep costs more affordable and reduces the burden on taxpayers.

No. Creating a district does not require anyone to connect.

Currently, there is no planned construction project in the proposed Cedar Creek Water and Sewer District. First, the County must obtain funding for the engineering reports. Creating a County Water and Sewer District will allow the County access to grant opportunities to pay for these studies to determine needs in the district. 

No decisions have been made about future fees. Once the County has reached that point in the project, any future decisions will include public input.

The County is exploring multiple options, including:

  • Wells
  • Regional partnerships
  • Long-term water supply sources

No final decisions have been made.

Many residents use private wells. Some wells in the area have been impacted by PFAS.

The Town purchases water from Fayetteville PWC. Information about their water quality can be found on the Fayetteville PWC website.

Learn more about PFAS and water testing.

PFAS are man-made chemicals found in some water sources. They can remain in the environment for a long time. Locally, they have been linked to industrial activity, including the Fayetteville Works (Chemours/Dupont) site.

State and federal agencies set safety guidelines to reduce long-term health risks.

Cumberland County is committed to providing filtered clean, safe, regulated drinking water.

A water system would provide treated, regulated drinking water that meets safety standards and is continuously monitored.

Some residents use filters, but:

  • They require ongoing maintenance
  • They only treat water at one home

A water system provides consistent, regulated treatment at a larger scale with continuous monitoring.

The County is pursuing:

  • State funding (DWI/DEQ)
  • Federal funding (USDA)
  • Grants and low-interest loans

Using multiple funding sources helps reduce costs for residents.

Cumberland County continues to work with state and federal partners and has taken legal action related to PFAS contamination.

At the same time, the County is focused on moving forward with solutions for residents.

 
 
 

 

Residents will receive updates through:

  • The County website
  • Public meetings
  • Social media
  • Community outreach

There is no set timeline yet. Planning, engineering, and funding must come first. On average, once a district is created and funding is secured, the process can take 5 years or more.

No. This effort is focused on addressing contamination within the district.


  • Contact Information

    Phone: 910-678-7682
    Ann Street Landfill:

    698 Ann Street
    Fayetteville, NC 28301

    Fax: 910-321-6840
    Email:
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    Project Manager: Amy Hall

    Contact Information

    Phone: 910-678-7682
    Fax: 910-321-6840
    Email:
    email_envelope
    Project Manager: Amy Hall
    Ann Street Landfill:

    698 Ann Street
    Fayetteville, NC 28301