Tate, Georgia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Tate, Georgia, faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 9.4 out of 10. The Pickens County Drum site is located only 1.1 miles from the center of town. This Superfund site contains hazardous substances that can leak into the soil or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking well water. Staying away from the restricted site area is necessary to avoid contact with dangerous chemicals.
Action Required
Contact Americas Watershed Landkeeper Inc or the Atlantic Coast Conservancy Inc for local environmental safety data. Residents concerned about housing safety should contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287 to discuss relocation or mitigation assistance. These organizations provide resources to help navigate the risks associated with the Pickens County Drum site. You should also reach out to the Carroll County Master Gardeners Association Inc for guidance on safe soil practices. Immediate action is recommended to secure your home and health against documented local environmental hazards in the Tate and Pickens County 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.