Amazonia, Missouri
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Amazonia faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Amazonia Abandoned Tank is the closest Superfund site located just over two miles away. This active site contains hazardous substances that can move through the air, water, and soil. These contaminants mean you must be careful about your daily environment. Pollutants from old industrial tanks can get into the local groundwater or dust, potentially affecting the safety of your backyard or drinking water.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and health. Contact the Big Lake Improvement Association or the Helena Webster Park Board to learn about local soil and water testing initiatives. For those concerned about housing safety and environmental justice, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287 to discuss residential relocation or remediation assistance. Engaging with Grand River Fins Feathers Fur provides additional community-led environmental monitoring resources. Documenting any unusual health symptoms or environmental changes and sharing them with these organizations helps build a stronger case for federal cleanup acceleration in Amazonia.
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.