HANKINS WOOD PRESERVING CO

Parent Company: HANKINS LUMBER CO INC

228 MURFF DR, GRENADA, Mississippi 38901

Area Score79/100PoorPoor

Pollution Risk

80

Based on 13 TRI facilities in zip code 38901

Water Quality

100

212 violations recorded

Air Quality

54

County-level EPA AQS data for GRENADA

Facility Information

Full Address
228 MURFF DR
City
GRENADA
State
Mississippi
Zip Code
38901
County
GRENADA
EPA TRI ID
38901LSNPCHWY51
Coordinates
33.7611°N, 89.8074°W
Parent Company
HANKINS LUMBER CO INC

Water Quality in 38901

Total Violations

212

Health Violations

60

Contaminants Found

11

Water Safety Score

100/100

Contaminants Detected:

Code 7500TTHMDisinfectant ResidualOtherChlorineTrichloroethylene (TCE)Code nullUraniumArsenicAntimony

Should You Be Concerned About HANKINS WOOD PRESERVING CO?

HANKINS WOOD PRESERVING COis 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. However, the overall environmental safety score for this area is 79/100 — indicating that despite the presence of this facility, the surrounding environment remains relatively healthy.

Water quality in zip code 38901 is good (100/100), suggesting that despite the TRI facility, drinking water hasn't been significantly impacted.

This zip code has 13 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 Mississippi pollution report for broader context. HANKINS LUMBER CO INC operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near HANKINS WOOD PRESERVING CO

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in GRENADA, Mississippi (38901) 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

Even with acceptable municipal water scores, homes near industrial sites should test annually for contaminants that may leach through groundwater. This is especially important for homes built before 1990 or those on well water in the 38901 area. 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 HANKINS WOOD PRESERVING CO, report them to Mississippi'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: 38901LSNPCHWY51. Last updated: August 2026.