Lake Mc Donald, Montana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
**Safety Warning for Lake McDonald, Montana:** The nearby BR-Hungry Horse Dam is a Superfund cleanup site with harmful chemicals. These substances could make the air unsafe to breathe, water unsafe to drink, or soil unsafe for gardening. This means food grown there could be harmful. Children are more sensitive to these risks. To be safe, avoid digging in soil, drinking untreated lake water, or eating wild plants from the area. Follow local health guidance for your protection.
Action Required
Lake McDonald (59921) Residents: Take action for our environment and housing! For environmental protection, contact: Bibler Legacy Foundation Inc (environmental) Flathead Land Trust Inc (environmental) Glacier Institute Inc (environmental) For housing resources, contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. Next Step: Visit the website of one of these environmental nonprofits today to learn about their current projects and how you can get involved in protecting Lake McDonald's natural beauty.
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.