Lookout Mountain, Tennessee
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Lookout Mountain faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to nearby industrial contamination. The Amnicola Dump is the closest active Superfund site, located less than five miles away. This site contains Polychlorinated Biphenyls, also known as PCBs. These dangerous chemicals stay in the environment for a long time. They can get into the soil and water near your home. This means everyday activities like gardening or playing outside could potentially expose you to toxic substances that harm your health.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against local toxins. Contact Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise, Inc. at 423-756-6201 for assistance with housing safety and environmental health resources. You may also reach out to CCCS of Rochester-Chattanooga at 423-490-5620 for guidance on managing property concerns related to hazardous site proximity. For community-led environmental advocacy, engage with the Dolan Gardens Foundation to support local soil health initiatives. Document any unusual odors or runoff on your property and report these findings to local environmental health authorities immediately to ensure public safety.
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.