Wattsville, Alabama
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Wattsville faces a high environmental risk score of 6.6 out of 10. The biggest concern is the Eden AL Norfolk Southern Train Derailment site located about nine miles away. This site involves hazardous substances that could affect the local environment. For your daily life, this means you should be careful about the water you drink and where you play outside. Contaminants from train accidents can sometimes seep into the ground or travel through local streams and affect your health.
Action Required
Residents of Wattsville should take proactive steps to secure their living environment. For assistance with housing safety and environmental health concerns, contact a HUD housing agency at 1-800-569-4287. To engage with local conservation efforts and stay informed about water quality in the region, contact the Friends Of Big Canoe Creek-The. This organization works to protect local waterways that may be impacted by industrial accidents. You may also reach out to the Cullman County Soil and Water Conservation Foundation to learn more about soil testing and land safety in your immediate 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.