Granite Quarry, NC (28072) — Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 28072

Granite Quarry, North Carolina

Score: 10/10

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Mercury (Heavy Metal)
Nearest Superfund Site
FIELDCREST CANNON PLANT 7
Distance to Nearest
4.5 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
4
Sites Within 10 Miles
9
County
NC
NPL Status
Active

Threat Summary

Granite Quarry faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to significant industrial contamination nearby. The Fieldcrest Cannon Plant 7 is a major threat located only 4.5 miles away. This site contains mercury, a dangerous heavy metal. In daily life, this means you must be cautious about local soil and water. Mercury can move through the environment and build up in fish or wildlife. Exposure can damage your brain and nervous system, especially in children and pregnant women.

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact Prosperity Unlimited, Inc at 704-933-7405 for housing safety guidance and assistance. For specialized housing and debt counseling related to environmental risks, call The Safeguard Group at 800-673-6993-146. You can also engage with the Broad River Greenway to support local environmental restoration efforts. Testing your home’s soil and private well water for mercury is a vital safety priority. Accessing these local resources ensures you have the professional support needed to navigate the health and financial challenges posed by living near high-risk Superfund sites.

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.

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