Gastonia, North Carolina
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY. Gastonia residents face a critical safety threat as the area holds a maximum hazard score of 10.0. The Davis Park Road TCE Superfund site is located only four miles away and is currently active. Hazardous substances from this and 18 nearby sites can contaminate local groundwater and soil. This means the water you drink or the air in your crawlspace could contain chemicals that are dangerous to your health over time.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED. You must take immediate steps to secure your home. Contact DreamKey Partners at 704-342-0933 for housing safety and local resources. For housing and debt advisory services regarding environmental impacts, call The Safeguard Group at 800-673-6993-146. You can also engage with the Broad River Greenway to learn about local environmental safety efforts. Do not delay in seeking professional testing for your property to mitigate the critical hazards present in Gastonia.
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.