Winter, Wisconsin
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Winter residents face a critical 8.3 hazard rating due to the Scala Salvage Yard located only 0.7 miles away. This Superfund site contains unspecified hazardous substances that may contaminate the local environment. In daily life, these chemicals can move through the soil into your yard or seep into the groundwater used for drinking. You should avoid the area immediately surrounding the site to reduce your risk of touching or breathing in dangerous industrial waste materials.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to protect your health and property. Contact the Big Sand Lake Association Inc to learn about local water monitoring efforts and how to protect the area’s natural resources from salvage yard runoff. For advice on testing your garden soil for contaminants, consult the Barron County Master Gardeners. You may also contact the Apostle Islands Historic Preservation Conservancy regarding environmental land impacts. If you have concerns about your home’s safety or need assistance with housing near this critical hazard zone, call the HUD Housing Agencies at 1-800-569-4287. Engaging with these local resources will provide you with the specific data needed to maintain a safe household in Winter.
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.