Kalamazoo, Michigan
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The environment in Kalamazoo faces a critical safety rating of 10.0. The Allied Paper, Inc./Portage Creek/Kalamazoo River Superfund site is only 4.5 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can pollute the local water and soil. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about eating fish from local rivers or touching dirt in certain areas. Pollutants move through the environment and can cause long-term health problems for families living near these contaminated zones.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact Kalamazoo Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc at 269-385-2916 for guidance on safe housing and property health assessments. For residents in the broader region, Neighborhoods Inc. of Battle Creek is available at 269-224-6606. You may also seek environmental data through local nonprofits such as Clean Water For The World or the Bellevue Conservation Club. These organizations offer resources to help you understand local water quality and land safety. Taking direct action through these agencies ensures you have the most current information regarding the critical environmental hazards present in your community.
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.