Stanley, North Carolina
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Stanley faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Duke Energy Mount Holly White Phosphorous site is only 3.7 miles away. This Superfund site contains dangerous chemicals that can soak into the ground or travel through water. In daily life, these pollutants might affect the safety of your tap water or the soil in your backyard. With seven hazardous sites within five miles, residents must be extremely careful about touching local dirt or drinking unfiltered well water.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to protect their health and property values. Contact the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation Inc to learn about water quality monitoring and local advocacy efforts regarding the Duke Energy site. For those concerned about the impact of these hazards on their housing or financial stability, reach out to the HUD-approved agency NSC (NACA Counseling Subsidiary) in Charlotte at 704-536-7676. Additionally, the Safeguard Group – Housing and Debt Advisors in Mooresville can be reached at 800-673-6993-146 for professional guidance on managing property risks in high-hazard zones.
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.