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After 35 years of concerns, complaints & court orders, Seaboard is STILL contaminating our DRINKING WATER supply
Read more: After 35 years of concerns, complaints & court orders, Seaboard is STILL contaminating our DRINKING WATER supplyThe construction of Randleman Reservoir faced significant opposition in the late 90s. Concerns included contaminated sites, hazardous waste, integrity of test data and environmental impact. Despite the issues, the reservoir began serving as a key water supply for Greensboro, Jamestown, Archdale, High Point and parts of Randolph County in 2010.
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High Point Landfill/Seaboard contamination: Voices from the past are more relevant than ever
Read more: High Point Landfill/Seaboard contamination: Voices from the past are more relevant than everIn May 2016, Taft Wireback reported on the Seaboard Chemical/High Point Landfill’s 27-year cleanup failure, emphasizing ongoing contamination issues affecting the Deep River drinking water supply. Nine years later, little progress has been made, as dangerous chemicals persist, prompting renewed calls from residents for urgent action to protect public health and the environment.
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BULL RUN: Turbidity caused by DR Horton, says NCDEQ
Read more: BULL RUN: Turbidity caused by DR Horton, says NCDEQThe Deep River and Bull Run in Jamestown, North Carolina have been experiencing contamination issues, including cloudy, smelly water and positive coliform bacteria test results. Despite previous pleas, the authorities have not taken action to address these issues, which pose a threat to residents and the environment. Additionally, a developer’s activities are compounding the problem.
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BROWNFIELDS & HAZARDOUS SITES, CONTAMINANT SOURCES & SITES, EASTSIDE WWTP, Local Government, PERMITS & VIOLATIONS, PFAS, 1,4 DIOXANE, VOCs, PTRWA/RANDLEMAN LAKE, SEABOARD/HIGH POINT LANDFILL, WATER QUALITY, WATER TEST RESULTS1,4 DIOXANE: Levels INCREASED in 2023 at Eastside WWTP; regional DWR tells different story to NC commission
Read more: 1,4 DIOXANE: Levels INCREASED in 2023 at Eastside WWTP; regional DWR tells different story to NC commissionLevels of 1,4 Dioxane are on the rise in the Richland Creek/Deep River/Eastside water system, the drinking water supply for Randleman Lake and, ultimately, Jamestown and parts of Greensboro, Randolph County and High Point. Incoming wastewater samples from companies that discharge to Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant tested higher for 1,4 Dioxane as evidenced in Eastside’s…
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Kersey Valley Landfill Air Emissions Permit renewal, public comments due FEB 4, 2024
Read more: Kersey Valley Landfill Air Emissions Permit renewal, public comments due FEB 4, 2024The Kersey Valley Landfill is in the spotlight due to potential air and water pollution issues. With plans to expand, the landfill’s impact on the local drinking water supply has sparked concern. The lack of proper monitoring of the area’s drinking water supply has led to growing environmental neglect, prompting a call for public action…
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EASTSIDE WWTP, LANDFILLS, PFAS, 1,4 DIOXANE, VOCs, PTRWA/RANDLEMAN LAKE, SEABOARD/HIGH POINT LANDFILL, WATER QUALITY1,4 DIOXANE: For years, Guilford County hid it by burying data, dismissing public concerns, denying science & enlisting help from ‘high level’ sources
Read more: 1,4 DIOXANE: For years, Guilford County hid it by burying data, dismissing public concerns, denying science & enlisting help from ‘high level’ sourcesThe post discusses awater contamination by the cities of Greensboro and Reidsville that led to a lawsuit filed by downstream communities. The cities disregarded health risks, failed to notify downstream communities about the contamination, and shielded industry from scrutiny. The story emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability. The article also mentions recent EPA directives…
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Seaboard’s first UV system for 1,4 DIOXANE failed
Read more: Seaboard’s first UV system for 1,4 DIOXANE failedNorth Carolina faces severe 1,4-Dioxane and PFAS contamination, particularly in Guilford County. This carcinogenic chemical has persisted for over three decades, leaching into water systems like Deep River and Randleman Lake, raising critical health concerns among local residents and prompting advocacy for stricter enforcement and oversight of clean water regulations and NPDES permits.
