Tell City, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Tell City faces a critical environmental hazard score of 8.7 out of 10. The National Southwire Aluminum Co. is a nearby Superfund site currently under active federal monitoring. Living near this site means hazardous chemicals could be present in the local soil or water. These toxins are often invisible but can harm your health if you are exposed to them daily. Residents should avoid contact with untreated groundwater and be cautious about dust and soil in the surrounding area.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Lincoln Hills Development Corporation in Tell City at 812-547-3435 for housing assistance and information on environmental safety programs. For legal guidance regarding property rights and contamination, contact Kentucky Legal Aid, Incorporated at 270-782-5740. Engaging with the Spencer Co Memorial Forest Assn Inc can provide additional information on local land health and conservation. These organizations offer the necessary support to navigate housing safety and legal protections. Immediate action is required to ensure your household is not currently exposed to migrating toxins from the nearby industrial Superfund sites.
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.