We have preliminary results to share on the soil testing for lead in five of our Durham Parks and Recreation parks.
➡ Playground areas in all five parks – No soil samples identified any potential contaminant concerns.
➡ Lyon Park – No soil samples indicate a need for action or remediation since they measured below the EPA 400 ppm threshold.
➡ Northgate Park – No soil samples indicate a need for action or remediation since they measured below the EPA 400 ppm threshold.
➡ East End Park – No soil samples indicate a need for action or remediation since they measured below the EPA 400 ppm threshold. A separate, fenced-off portion of adjacent City-owned property that is not accessible to the public (old Sign & Signal shop) identified 6 soil samples measuring greater than the EPA 400 ppm threshold.
➡ East Durham Park – 8 soil samples measuring greater than the EPA 400 ppm threshold.
➡ Walltown Park - 7 soil samples measuring greater than the EPA 400 ppm threshold.
Based on this preliminary information, we have decided to prohibit access to any sampled area within a park measuring above the EPA 400 ppm threshold. Fencing and detailed signs are now being installed to mark the areas and provide educational and health resources.
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