Townsend, Wisconsin
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Townsend faces a critical environmental hazard score of 9.5 out of 10. The Binder Lake Dump Site in the Nicolet National Forest is located only 4.2 miles away. This active Superfund site contains unspecified hazardous substances that could affect the local soil and water. Residents must be aware that four contaminated sites exist within a ten-mile radius. These chemicals can enter the food chain or water supply, posing serious health risks to families and pets during daily outdoor activities.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their properties and health. For information regarding environmental preservation and local land safety, contact the Dusty Trails Atv Club Inc or the Friends Of High Cliff State Park Inc to learn about regional conservation efforts. If you are concerned about how these hazardous sites affect your property value or housing safety, contact the HUD housing agency at 1-800-569-4287 for professional guidance. Documentation of local water tests should be shared with municipal authorities to ensure collective safety data remains current as cleanup at the Binder Lake site continues.
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.