Opelika, Alabama
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Opelika faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 9.5 out of 10. The Mid-State Electric Motor Service, Inc. Superfund site sits just 3.7 miles from your location. This active site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through soil and groundwater. For your daily life, this means potential exposure to chemicals that do not belong in your home. These pollutants can affect the air you breathe and the water used for gardening or recreation nearby.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and advocate for local water safety. Contact the Alabama Water Watch Association to learn about community-based water monitoring programs that track local pollution levels. If you are concerned about how environmental hazards affect your housing security or property value, reach out to the Urban League of Greater Columbus, Inc. at 706-322-6840 for professional guidance. You may also contact Columbus Housing Initiative, Inc. dba NeighborWorks Columbus at 706-324-4663 to discuss housing safety resources available for residents in the Opelika region near these critical Superfund locations.
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.