Fort Bragg, North Carolina
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Fort Bragg faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to nearby industrial pollution. The Carolina Transformer Co. Superfund site is only 2.5 miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can move through the ground and water over many years. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about the soil and water around your home. High site density in your area increases the chance of coming into contact with toxic materials.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents should immediately contact local agencies to address environmental health and housing safety. Reach out to Kingdom Community Development Corporation in Spring Lake at 910-484-2722 for assistance with housing quality and safety resources. For expert guidance on residential health standards, contact North Carolina Community Housing and Consulting, Inc in Fayetteville at 910-920-3710. Additionally, the Cumberland County Master Gardener Volunteer Association can provide information on safe local soil practices. Engaging with these organizations is a critical step in managing the risks associated with the high hazard levels in the Fort Bragg area.
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.