Albertville, Alabama
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Albertville faces a high hazard score of 6.6 out of 10 due to nearby industrial activity. The closest major concern is the Adams Drive Drums Superfund site located just over five miles away. This area contains unspecified hazardous substances stored in containers. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. Chemicals from these drums can leak into the ground and travel through the environment, potentially affecting the safety of your home surroundings.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents should contact local organizations to stay informed about environmental health and housing safety. Reach out to the Browns Creek Preservation Association to participate in local water quality monitoring and conservation efforts. For those concerned about how environmental hazards affect their living conditions or housing stability, contact the Community Action Agency of Northeast Alabama, Inc. in Rainsville at 256-638-4430. This agency provides resources for residents dealing with community health challenges. Engaging with the Cherokee County Master Gardeners Inc can also provide guidance on safe soil practices for home gardening in areas near 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.