Tunnelton, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY. Tunnelton residents face a critical safety threat with a hazard score of 9.7 out of 10. The nearby General Motor Bedford Superfund site contains hazardous substances that may contaminate the local environment. These pollutants can move through the soil and water into your community. For daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt or drinking untested well water. Industrial waste can cause long-term health problems for children and adults if they are exposed to it daily.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED. Residents should immediately coordinate with local agencies to verify the safety of their living environment. Contact the Hoosier Uplands Economic Development Corporation in Mitchell at 812-849-4447 to discuss housing safety and economic assistance. For environmental education and sustainable land use strategies, contact the Center For Sustainable Living Inc. If you require assistance with housing inspections or neighborhood safety, call the City of Bloomington Housing and Neighborhood Development at 812-349-3420. Taking these steps will help you document potential exposure and access resources for professional property testing and environmental health advocacy in the Tunnelton 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.