MILLIKEN & CO AVALON PLANT

Parent Company: MILLIKEN & CO

7786 HWY 17, TOCCOA, Georgia 30577

Area Score53/100ModerateModerate

Pollution Risk

84

Based on 15 TRI facilities in zip code 30577

Water Quality

17

3 violations recorded

Air Quality

59

County-level EPA AQS data for STEPHENS

Facility Information

Full Address
7786 HWY 17
City
TOCCOA
State
Georgia
Zip Code
30577
County
STEPHENS
EPA TRI ID
30577MLLKNHWY17
Coordinates
34.5064°N, 83.2183°W
Parent Company
MILLIKEN & CO

Water Quality in 30577

Total Violations

3

Health Violations

0

Contaminants Found

2

Water Safety Score

17/100

Contaminants Detected:

Code 8000Disinfectant Residual

Should You Be Concerned About MILLIKEN & CO AVALON PLANT?

MILLIKEN & CO AVALON PLANTis registered in the EPA's Toxic Release Inventory (TRI). This means the facility reports handling, releasing, or transferring toxic chemicals as part of its operations. The area's environmental safety score is 53/100 — moderate, suggesting some cumulative environmental burden from industrial activity in the area.

Drinking water quality is a concern in zip code 30577, scoring only 17/100. Consider testing your home water supply or using a certified filtration system.

This zip code has 15 total TRI facilities, which is a high concentration that compounds environmental health risks — each facility contributes pollutants that may interact in ways individual facility data doesn't capture. Areas with multiple TRI sites tend to have higher rates of respiratory issues and environmental sensitivity, according to EPA research.

What you can do: Check your home's water quality with an annual test kit, monitor local air quality alerts, and review the full Georgia pollution report for broader context. MILLIKEN & CO operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near MILLIKEN & CO AVALON PLANT

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in TOCCOA, Georgia (30577) means potential exposure to industrial pollutants through air, water, and soil. While not every facility creates immediate health risks, long-term proximity warrants awareness and proactive steps.

Water Testing

Given the water quality score of 17/100 for zip code 30577, we recommend annual water testing for heavy metals, VOCs, and industrial contaminants — especially if you use well water. Testing kits are available through your county health department or certified labs.

Air Quality Monitoring

Monitor daily AQI (Air Quality Index) at airnow.gov, particularly on hot, stagnant days when ground-level pollutants concentrate. If you notice unusual odors or visible emissions from MILLIKEN & CO AVALON PLANT, report them to Georgia's environmental agency.

When to Consult a Doctor

Speak with your physician if you experience persistent respiratory symptoms (chronic cough, wheezing, shortness of breath), unexplained headaches, skin irritation, or unusual fatigue — particularly if these worsen when you're at home. Mention your proximity to a TRI facility so they can order appropriate screening. Vulnerable populations — children, elderly, pregnant women, and those with asthma — should be especially vigilant.

Data sources: EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA Air Quality System (AQS). Facility ID: 30577MLLKNHWY17. Last updated: August 2026.