Matthews, North Carolina
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Matthews faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to extreme toxic site density. The Army Reserve XVIII Airborne Corps Superfund site is located only 2.9 miles away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the ground and contaminate the water you drink or the air you breathe. With 17 toxic sites within five miles, daily exposure is a serious risk. Avoid playing in dirt near industrial zones and do not drink well water.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary due to the critical hazard level in ZIP 28106. Contact the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation Inc to learn about local water quality monitoring. For residents concerned about property safety or environmental health impacts, reach out to HUD-certified housing agencies for guidance. Contact The Safeguard Group – Housing and Debt Advisors at 800-673-6993-146. Alternatively, call Prosperity Unlimited, Inc at 704-933-7405 to discuss housing stability and environmental safety resources. Professional testing of your home air and water quality is the most effective way to ensure your family remains safe from local toxins.
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.