Stinesville, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Stinesville residents face a critical safety risk due to several nearby industrial waste sites. The Bennett Stone Quarry is the closest Superfund site and is currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances at this location can move through the soil and water into your neighborhood. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about your water source and avoid contact with dust or runoff from local quarries. These chemicals can cause serious health problems over time.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact local organizations to discuss environmental safety and housing protections. Reach out to the Center For Sustainable Living Inc for information on local environmental health initiatives and soil safety. For concerns regarding property safety or housing assistance in the context of local contamination, contact the City of Bloomington – Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND) at 812-349-3420. Engaging with these local resources provides a direct path to advocacy and technical support. You should also coordinate with the Brown County Native Woodlands Project Inc to learn about native plant filtration for local landscapes and ecosystems.
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.