Frankfort, Maine
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Frankfort residents: The Penobscot Energy Recovery Facility Superfund site, 7.4 miles away, contains unspecified hazardous substances. These dangerous chemicals could affect your daily life. Breathing them may harm lungs. If water or soil is contaminated, drinking it or eating garden produce could make you sick. Children are especially vulnerable. To protect your family, test well water regularly. Wash hands thoroughly after outdoor activities. Be mindful of local air quality warnings. Your health and safety are important.
Action Required
Frankfort, Maine (04438) Residents Action Plan: Protecting our local environment is key! For concerns about Alamoosook Lake, contact the Alamoosook Lake Association. To preserve open spaces, connect with the Almanac Region Land Trust. For watershed health, reach out to the Bagaduce Watershed Association. If you have concerns related to housing or HUD programs, call HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. Concrete Next Step: Identify one local environmental or housing issue you care about and contact the relevant organization this week to learn how you can get involved.
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS).
This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.