Georgetown, Delaware
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Georgetown faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Georgetown North Groundwater Superfund site is the primary source of concern. The main contaminant is Trichloroethylene, or TCE. This chemical is a dangerous industrial solvent that has leaked into the local water supply. For daily life, the water you use for drinking or bathing could be unsafe. These toxins can also rise through the soil as vapors, entering homes and buildings without being seen.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Telamon Corporation Seaford Branch in Georgetown at 410-546-4604 for assistance with housing safety and resource coordination. If you cannot reach them, contact the Telamon Corporation Salisbury Branch at 919-899-9911 for secondary guidance. For community-led environmental advocacy and information on local preservation efforts, reach out to the Alopias Foundation or the Black Forest Wildlife Preserve. Do not consume untreated groundwater until it is verified safe by a certified environmental professional. Immediate action reduces long-term health complications from chemical exposure.
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.