Fertile, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Fertile, Iowa residents, be aware: The HEIDELBERG MATERIALS US CEMENT LLC site, a Superfund cleanup area 9.1 miles away, contains dangerous, "unspecified hazardous substances." This means there are unknown chemicals that could affect you. These chemicals might become dust in the air, making it unhealthy to breathe. They could also seep into groundwater, potentially affecting well water (city water is usually tested). For gardening, wash produce extra carefully. Children are more sensitive, so avoid letting them play in soil, especially near the site. Stay informed about local health recommendations.
Action Required
Fertile residents: Protect our environment! For Clear Lake preservation, contact Association For The Preservation Of Clear Lake. For Beeds Lake, reach out to Friends Of Beeds Lake. To support Union Slough National Wildlife Refuge, connect with Friends Of Union Slough National Wildlife Refuge Inc. For housing resources, call HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. **Next Step:** Identify one local environmental issue you care about and contact the corresponding organization to learn how you can get involved.
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.