Tomah, Wisconsin
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Tomah faces a critical safety risk because of the Tomah Armory Superfund site located only 1.5 miles away. This area contains dangerous chemicals that are not fully identified but are harmful to your health. These contaminants can get into the air you breathe or the water you drink. Living near this site means you must be extra careful about touching local soil or using untreated well water. Your safety depends on staying informed about these hidden hazards in your neighborhood.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact Bioverse Inc or the Brice Prairie Conservation Association Inc to inquire about local soil and water quality monitoring programs. For those in need of housing assistance or safety inspections, reach out to First Nations Community Financial at 715-284-2470 or Couleecap Inc. at 608-782-4877. These agencies provide resources for managing environmental risks and finding safe housing alternatives. Documentation of all health symptoms potentially linked to local contaminants should be shared with these environmental nonprofits to aid in community advocacy and remediation efforts.
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.