Erlanger, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Erlanger residents face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0 due to the Buttermilk Pike Residential Mercury site. Mercury is a heavy metal that does not break down in the environment. In your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching or breathing vapors from contaminated soil or old building materials. Because mercury can travel through dust or water, it poses a constant risk to children and pets. This site remains a serious concern for the community.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact the Banklick Watershed Council Inc to learn about local water and soil safety initiatives. For those concerned about property safety or relocating from high-risk zones, the Catholic Charities, Diocese of Covington provides housing counseling and support services at 859-581-8974. You may also contact the Home Ownership Center of Greater Cincinnati at 513-961-2800 for assistance regarding environmental disclosures and safe housing options. Staying informed through these local resources is the most effective way to protect your family from the ongoing mercury hazards present in the Erlanger area.
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.