Mount Pleasant, Tennessee
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The area around Mount Pleasant faces a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0. The Cowley Container Superfund site is located only 1.6 miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil and water you use every day. Staying safe means being careful about where children play and knowing where your water comes from. Multiple industrial sites nearby increase the danger to your health and the environment in this community.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary due to the critical hazard score in Mount Pleasant. Residents should contact the Center For A Holistic Ecology or Friends Of The Duck River Inc to learn about local water quality monitoring and environmental advocacy. For concerns regarding property safety or housing assistance in contaminated zones, contact HUD housing agencies directly at 1-800-569-4287. Engaging with Columbia Dam Now can provide additional information on regional watershed protection. Document all unusual environmental odors or runoff and report them to local authorities to ensure continued regulatory pressure on active Superfund remediation projects.
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.