Memphis, Tennessee
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY (80 words): The area near ZIP code 38147 faces a critical safety score of 10.0 due to extreme industrial pollution. The 758 National Superfund site sits only 3.6 miles away and contains hazardous substances. With 18 toxic sites within five miles, pollution can enter your air, soil, and water. Daily life here requires caution because these chemicals can cause long-term health problems for families. You should avoid playing in vacant lots or using well water until the government finishes cleaning the area.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED (100 words): Contact Operation Hope – Memphis TN – Raines Rd at 901-273-4547 for housing safety guidance. You can also reach the NSC (NACA Counseling Subsidiary) in Memphis at 901-348-0115 to discuss relocation or property concerns. For environmental oversight, contact the Backwater Gardens Lake Maintenance Assn Inc. These organizations provide the necessary framework for residents to address the critical 10.0 hazard score in the 38147 area. Immediate action is required to minimize exposure to the 48 nearby toxic sites and ensure long-term family health through professional advocacy and informed housing choices.
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.