GEORGIA-PACIFIC BREWTON LLC

Parent Company: KOCH INC.

32224 HIGHWAY 31, BREWTON, Alabama 36426

Area Score50/100ModerateModerate

Pollution Risk

56

Based on 7 TRI facilities in zip code 36426

Water Quality

42

12 violations recorded

Air Quality

51

County-level EPA AQS data for ESCAMBIA

Facility Information

Full Address
32224 HIGHWAY 31
City
BREWTON
State
Alabama
Zip Code
36426
County
ESCAMBIA
EPA TRI ID
36426CNTNRHIGHW
Coordinates
31.1014°N, 87.0755°W
Parent Company
KOCH INC.

Water Quality in 36426

Total Violations

12

Health Violations

0

Contaminants Found

3

Water Safety Score

42/100

Contaminants Detected:

Disinfectant ResidualCode 8000Code 2034

Should You Be Concerned About GEORGIA-PACIFIC BREWTON LLC?

GEORGIA-PACIFIC BREWTON LLCis 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 50/100 — moderate, suggesting some cumulative environmental burden from industrial activity in the area.

Drinking water quality is a concern in zip code 36426, scoring only 42/100. Consider testing your home water supply or using a certified filtration system.

This zip code has 7 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 Alabama pollution report for broader context. KOCH INC. operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near GEORGIA-PACIFIC BREWTON LLC

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in BREWTON, Alabama (36426) 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 42/100 for zip code 36426, 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 GEORGIA-PACIFIC BREWTON LLC, report them to Alabama'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: 36426CNTNRHIGHW. Last updated: August 2026.