Junction City, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Junction City has a very high environmental hazard score of 8.6 out of 10. The biggest danger comes from the Burke Street Lead site which is only three miles away. Lead is a heavy metal that stays in the dirt forever. It can enter your body if you breathe in dust or touch dirty surfaces. You must be careful about tracking soil into your home where children or pets might swallow it. This metal can cause serious health problems.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Clarks Run Environmental and Educational Corporation for local safety updates. For those in assisted housing, contact the HUD housing agency at 1-800-569-4287 to discuss lead concerns. You can also contact Kentucky Heartwood Inc for information on local land protection. Take immediate action by testing your home for lead if it was built before 1978. Using these local resources is the most effective way to stay safe from heavy metal pollution in your neighborhood. Do not wait to check your soil and water quality to ensure your family is protected.
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.