Murphy Meets with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Leadership on Buxton Beach Cleanup

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement after his meeting with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers leadership on the status of the cleanup project at Buxton Beach in Buxton, NC.

"Today, I met virtually with leaders of the Army Corps of Engineers on the Buxton cleanup project," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D.  "As a refresher, the area was a FUD site (Formerly Used Defense Site) that was leaking petroleum residue onto the beach and surf. My office has been engaged with them for several years urging an expeditious clean up of the site. So far, 4600 cubic yards of contaminated soil, 109,000 gallons of contaminated groundwater, 280,000 pounds of concrete, and 2250 feet of cables/pipes/wires have been removed.

"Not only is the Army Corps looking at contaminated soil, but it is also looking to remove any areas of PFAS or lead contamination. In coordination with the National Park Service and Dare County, the area is being re-opened to the public slowly. Further studies will now commence as to what future remedies are needed. My office will continue to stay fully engaged to ensure the area is cleaned up satisfactorily so the public can enjoy the beach safely."

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