Minburn, IA (50167) — Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 50167

Minburn, Iowa

Score: 4/10

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
4/10
Risk Level
Moderate
Primary Contaminant
Mercury (Heavy Metal)
Nearest Superfund Site
MERCURY-PERCIVAL AVENUE
Distance to Nearest
5.3 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
0
Sites Within 10 Miles
1
County
IA
NPL Status
Active

Threat Summary

Minburn, Iowa (ZIP 50167) Safety Alert: The MERCURY-PERCIVAL AVENUE Superfund site is 5.3 miles away. It holds mercury, a harmful heavy metal. Breathing mercury dust is unhealthy. Check your water quality; private wells might be affected. Do not garden near the site, as mercury enters soil and plants. Children are very sensitive to mercury. Stay informed to protect your family's health.

Action Required

Minburn Residents (50167), Concerned about local environmental health? Connect with: Environmental Habitat Corporation (Environmental). Friends Of Calkins Nature Area (Environmental). Iowa Arboretum Inc (Environmental). For housing assistance, contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. Take the first step: Call one of these organizations today to discuss your environmental or housing concerns and learn how you can get involved in improving our 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.

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