PLEASE ASK ADEM TO LIMIT TYSON'S POLLUTION IN TO THE LOCUST FORK RIVER!

Tyson Foods in Blountsville discharges 1.2 MILLION gallons of wastewater every day into Graves Creek. Currently ADEM is renewing the permit regulating this discharge. In our opinion, the regulations do not adequately protect the thousands of people who swim, fish, paddle, practice holy baptism, and generally enjoy the waters of the creek and river. 

For example, the permit allows higher levels of e. coli bacteria discharge during winter - the big season for canoeing and kayaking on the creek and river. The plant’s stormwater is not limited for bacteria at all.  Quite alarming, the storm-water has tested extremely high for bacteria after some rain events, flowing in upstream of Mardis Mill Falls, a statewide-advertised swimming hole. Further, this permit allows Tyson to discharge nitrogen compounds into an impaired stream-way at the 3rd highest rate in the nation.

ADEM can still make changes to the permit to be more protective of you and your loved ones, but they need to hear from you. 

We cannot tell your stories the way YOU can. 

Please use the comment box to the right to tell your story.

For more information, including sample letters and studies from Samford University, please click here. 

TIPS ON COMMENTING:

1. Be respectful!
2. Use specific, real-world examples. Include personal stories of Graves Creek, Mardis Mill Falls, and the Locust Fork.
3. Talk about the importance of a healthy environment to you and your family.