Winnabow, North Carolina
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard score for Winnabow is 10.0, which is a critical level. The American Distillation site is a major concern nearby. This area has dangerous chemicals in the ground and water. These substances can travel through soil or get into the air we breathe. Living near these sites means you must be careful about where children play and where your water comes from. Pollution here is a serious long-term health risk for everyone in the local community.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact local organizations to address environmental and housing safety concerns. Reach out to the Bald Head Island Conservancy Inc or the Airlie Gardens Foundation Inc for information on local ecosystem health and water monitoring. For housing assistance and safety inspections, contact the City of Wilmington at 910-341-7836. You may also call the Cape Fear Regional CDC at 910-762-7555 for support regarding property safety and environmental justice resources. Do not delay in verifying the safety of your home environment and the quality of your private well water.
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.