Athens, Tennessee
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Athens residents face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0 due to nearby toxic waste. The David Pruett-Clearwater Road site is a major concern located only 2.7 miles away. This Superfund site contains hazardous materials that can pollute the air you breathe and the water you drink. In daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or using untreated well water. These hidden chemicals can cause long-term health problems for children and families in your neighborhood.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environments. Contact the Cleveland-Bradley Kab Inc to participate in local environmental safety programs and soil testing initiatives. For those concerned about the impact of these hazardous sites on their housing safety or property values, reach out to the HUD Housing Agencies at 1-800-569-4287 for guidance on relocation assistance or safety inspections. Monitoring local water quality reports and staying informed through the Dolan Gardens Foundation will help track environmental changes. Act now to minimize exposure to these critical local hazards in Athens.
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.