New Hope, Alabama
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
New Hope faces a critical hazard score of 9.0. The HWY 431 USED OIL SPILL is only 4.5 miles away. This site is active and contains dangerous substances that can leak into the ground or water. For your daily life, this means your soil and well water could be unsafe. You must be careful about gardening or drinking water from the ground. Keeping children away from dirt near industrial areas is important to stay safe from these poisons.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary for New Hope residents to secure their homes against environmental hazards. You should contact the Alabama Waterfowl Association Inc or Keep Alabama Beautiful Inc for guidance on local conservation and soil safety initiatives. If you require housing assistance or help evaluating your property’s safety, reach out to the Family Services Center, Inc. in Huntsville at 256-551-1610. Alternatively, contact NID-HCA Madison at 256-850-3132 for specialized housing counseling. These organizations provide the necessary resources to navigate living near active Superfund sites and help ensure your family remains in a protected environment.
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.