Pruden, Tennessee
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Pruden, Tennessee (37851), has a high hazard score of 6.6. The most significant threat is the Middlesboro Rehab Center Drum Site, located 6.9 miles away. This site is contaminated with mercury, a toxic heavy metal. For your daily life, this means dangerous chemicals could be in the soil or water around you. Mercury is especially harmful because it can damage your brain and nervous system. You must be careful about what you touch and eat in this area.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Clinch-Powell Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. at 865-828-5927 to discuss housing safety and environmental health resources. You can also connect with local groups like the Advocates For The Oak Ridge Reservation or Branches Of Hope Inc for environmental advocacy. These organizations help monitor local pollution levels and provide community support. It is important to request professional testing for your drinking water and soil to check for mercury. Taking these steps helps protect your family from the long-term effects of nearby hazardous waste sites.
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.