Town Hall Meeting Called On Issue Of Sewage Being Trucked From Atlanta Area To Copperhill

  • Saturday, June 3, 2023

A town hall meeting has been called to address the issue of sewage being transported from Cobb County, Ga., to Copperhill.

It will be next Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Copper Basin Elementary School Gym.

A group that has organized on the issue said, "Borderline towns Copperhill, Tn., and McCaysville, Ga., have joined forces to prevent the continued usage and transportation of biosolids to local business Copperhill Industries.

"Currently, biosolids are being transported from Cobb County, Ga., to Copperhill Industries to be used as a fertilizer. Recently, released McCaysville police body camera video shows the illegal overweight trucks transporting and leaking this hazardous material onto Georgia roads.

"The use of biosolids in downtown Copperhill, Tennessee is the cause of great concern among McCaysville and Copperhill residents. There are trepidations among residents regarding the potential health risks of using biosolids, including the presence of heavy metals and pathogens.

"Additionally, residents worry about their quality of life, the potential economic bearing on tourism, and the impact on the environment, such as groundwater contamination and the potential harm to wildlife. Local residents have launched a Facebook page to address the issue, and calls for lawsuits and Representative involvement have increased.

Despite the concerns of overwhelming stench and potential health hazards, the use of biosolids continues in the area, raising questions about the safety and regulation of such practices. It is crucial for local officials to monitor and regulate the use of biosolids to ensure the safety of the community and the environment."

Breaking News
Latest Hamilton County Arrest Report
  • 7/3/2025

Here is the latest Hamilton County arrest report. (If your case is dismissed, just email us your name and date we ran it and we will promptly take off. Email to news@chattanoogan.com ) BALL,JARED ... more

Dog Rescued In House Fire Wednesday Afternoon
Dog Rescued In House Fire Wednesday Afternoon
  • 7/2/2025

Firefighters rescued a dog from a house fire and saved the canine’s life by performing life saving measures. A motorist called 911 at 5:37 p.m. reporting heavy smoke coming from the eaves ... more

Latest Hamilton County Arrest Report
  • 7/2/2025

Here is the latest Hamilton County arrest report. (If your case is dismissed, just email us your name and date we ran it and we will promptly take off. Email to news@chattanoogan.com ) ATCHLEY,GEORGE ... more