Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Milwaukee ZIP code 53211 has a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The 5750 W. Fond Du Lac Superfund site is active and located nearby. Dangerous chemicals from this site and others can get into your air and soil. Pollutants like mercury and PCBs stay in your body for a long time once they enter. These toxins make it unsafe to eat local fish and can hurt you during outdoor activities.
Action Required
Contact Citizens For A Better Wisconsin Inc for information on environmental advocacy. For concerns regarding how soil or water contamination affects your home safety, call Housing Resources, Incorporated in Milwaukee at 414-461-6330. You may also reach the United Community Center at 414-384-3100 for community health resources. Immediate action is required to document suspected exposure symptoms and ensure your home is sealed against external pollutants. Visit these organizations to understand local cleanup schedules and how to participate in safety workshops regarding the 41 hazardous sites in your immediate 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.