Bonne Terre, Missouri
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Bonne Terre faces a critical safety risk due to historical mining pollution. The Big River Hills Lead Tailings Superfund site is a major source of concern. Dangerous substances from these old mines can contaminate the soil in your yard and the dust inside your home. This means children playing outside or families breathing in dust are at risk of serious health problems. You must be careful about tracking dirt into your house or growing food in untreated soil.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environments. Contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287 to inquire about lead abatement programs or safe housing assistance in the Bonne Terre area. For information on local land conservation and environmental health, reach out to the Coldwater Outing And Game Preserve or the East Ozarks Audubon Society. You may also contact the Semo Grotto Of The National Speleological Society regarding local cave and water safety. Professional soil testing and blood lead level screenings for children are the most critical immediate actions for every household.
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.