Fayetteville, North Carolina
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The area around ZIP 28309 faces a critical hazard level of 10.0. The Carolina Transformer Co. Superfund site is located only 1.6 miles away. This site contains dangerous chemicals that can soak into the ground or move through the air. Living near these materials means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking unfiltered water. These invisible hazards can cause long-term health problems for families and pets if they are ignored or tracked into your home.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against local toxins. Contact the North Carolina Community Housing and Consulting, Inc in Fayetteville at 910-920-3710 for guidance on safe housing standards. For residents in the surrounding area, Kingdom Community Development Corporation in Spring Lake offers support at 910-484-2722. Additionally, consult the Cumberland County Master Gardener Volunteer Association for information on testing backyard soil before gardening. Professional environmental testing is recommended for properties within two miles of the Carolina Transformer Co. site to ensure indoor air and water safety.
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.