Nemaha, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Nemaha residents face a high hazard score of 6.6 out of 10. The Mercury-Franklin Street Superfund site is located only 8.5 miles away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals can move through the ground or air and impact your surroundings. For your daily life, this means you must stay alert about local water and soil quality. Exposure to these substances can happen during outdoor activities or through drinking water, making it important to monitor environmental reports for your family's safety.
Action Required
Residents requiring assistance with safe housing or environmental concerns should contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. For local environmental guidance and soil safety information, reach out to Fort Dodge Area Gardeners Inc. This organization provides resources for maintaining healthy land and safe gardening practices in the region. You may also contact the Five Island Trail Corporation for information regarding local environmental preservation efforts. Engaging with these local resources helps Nemaha citizens stay informed about neighborhood safety and provides a direct line to advocates specializing in environmental health and housing standards in Iowa.
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.