Dalton, Georgia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Dalton residents face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0 due to extreme industrial density. The AMC International Superfund site is located only 3.4 miles away and contains hazardous substances that require active monitoring. Living near these sites means toxic chemicals can potentially enter your soil or groundwater. Daily life in this area requires caution regarding local water quality and outdoor air during industrial operations. With fourteen hazardous sites within five miles, environmental contamination is a significant concern for every household.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary to address environmental housing concerns in Dalton. Residents should contact the Dalton-Whitfield Community Dev. Corp. at 706-529-8270 to discuss safe housing resources and community development programs. For those seeking broader regional support, the Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise, Inc. is available at 423-756-6201. Additionally, residents can engage with the Conasauga River Alliance Inc to learn about local water protection efforts. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to these local authorities to ensure community-wide safety and continued regulatory pressure on hazardous site managers.
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.