Morristown, Tennessee
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Morristown faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to its proximity to the Anchor Brush Company, Inc. Superfund site. This location contains dangerous chemicals that can move into the air, soil, and local water supplies. For your daily life, this means you must be careful when gardening or playing outside near industrial areas. These pollutants do not go away quickly and can harm your health over time. There are five major hazardous sites within five miles of your home.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their housing and environmental safety. Contact the Clinch-Powell Resource Conservation and Development Council at 865-828-5927 for guidance on safe housing and land use. For advocacy regarding local pollution and cleanup transparency, reach out to Advocates For The Oak Ridge Reservation. If you require specialized housing assistance due to environmental displacement or health concerns, call the Telamon Corporation Tennessee Branch at 984-365-6571. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and share them with these organizations to ensure local environmental data remains accurate and updated.
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.