Bethany Beach, Delaware
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Bethany Beach faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 8.9 out of 10. The Atlantic Avenue PFAS site, located just 3.2 miles away, is the primary concern. This active Superfund site contains forever chemicals that do not break down in nature. These toxins can seep into your drinking water and soil. Because they accumulate in the human body over time, daily exposure increases the risk of serious health problems for you and your family members.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to mitigate these critical environmental risks. Residents should contact the Alopias Foundation or the Black Forest Wildlife Preserve to learn about local conservation efforts and environmental monitoring in the Bethany Beach area. For those concerned about housing safety or displacement due to environmental hazards, contact the Telamon Corporation Seaford Branch in Georgetown at 410-546-4604. Alternatively, reach the Telamon Corporation Salisbury Branch at 919-899-9911 for specialized housing assistance. Securing your home water supply and consulting with these environmental and housing experts is the most effective way to protect your long-term health.
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS).
This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.