Margaret, Alabama
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Margaret area faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 9.0. The Alabama Oil & Gas Recovery, Inc. Superfund site sits just 4.5 miles away. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or water. For daily life, this means the air you breathe and the water you use might be unsafe. Living near these chemicals increases the risk of getting sick if you are exposed to them over several years.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their health and property interests. Contact the Friends Of Big Canoe Creek-The to learn about local water quality monitoring and conservation efforts in your immediate area. For those concerned about the impact of environmental hazards on housing safety or property value, reach out to a HUD-approved agency for guidance. Contact United Way of Central Alabama, Inc. in Birmingham at 205-458-8950 or Neighborhood Housing Services of Birmingham, Inc. at 205-328-4292. These organizations provide professional counseling and resources to help navigate the risks associated with living near high-hazard industrial sites.
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.