Chattanooga, Tennessee
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Amnicola Dump site and 19 other nearby hazardous areas create a serious safety risk for your neighborhood. Living near these sites means dangerous chemicals could be in the soil or water. These substances can affect your health over time if you are exposed to them while playing outside or gardening. With a critical hazard score of ten, you must stay away from fenced industrial zones. Keep dirt out of your home to reduce your risk from these hidden threats.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact the Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise at 423-756-6201 for assistance with healthy housing and environmental safety resources. For residents closer to the southern border, the Dalton-Whitfield Community Dev. Corp. is available at 706-529-8270. You should also engage with the Chattanooga Food Forest Coalition to learn about safe urban gardening practices and soil health in contaminated zones. These organizations provide the necessary tools to navigate the critical 10.0 hazard score. Document any unusual odors or sightings of illegal dumping and report them to local authorities to maintain community 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.