Madison, Alabama
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Madison area residents face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The nearby Triana/Tennessee River Superfund site contains hazardous substances that can contaminate local water and wildlife. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about eating fish caught in local rivers or coming into contact with untreated river water. Living near several high-risk industrial and military sites increases the chance of exposure to toxic chemicals in the air, soil, or water supply.
Action Required
Residents should immediately seek guidance from local environmental and housing organizations to mitigate exposure risks. Contact the Nexus Energy Center Inc or the Alabama Waterfowl Association Inc for information on local environmental safety initiatives. For those requiring housing assistance or relocation advice due to proximity to these sites, contact the Family Services Center, Inc. at 256-551-1610. Alternatively, reach out to the Community Action Partnership of Huntsville/Madison and Limestone Counties, Inc at 256-851-9800. These agencies provide resources to help families navigate health hazards and secure safe living environments in high-risk areas.
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.