Grand Rapids, Michigan
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Living in the 49505 area means you are near the Folkertsma Refuse Superfund site and five other hazardous locations. A critical hazard score of 10.0 indicates that soil or water in your community may contain dangerous chemicals. For daily life, this means you must be careful about contact with untreated soil or drinking water from private wells. These hazardous substances can stay in the ground for a long time and may cause health problems if they enter your body.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Alliance For Environmental Sustainability to receive updates on local mitigation efforts. For assistance regarding safe housing and environmental health concerns, contact ICCF Community Homes at 616-336-9333. You can also reach out to the Telamon Corporation Paw Paw Branch at 984-365-6571 for help with housing resources and support services. Contacting these organizations is a direct way to find out if your specific property requires soil testing or water quality interventions. Taking these actions helps protect your family from the critical environmental hazards identified in the Grand Rapids 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.