Duenweg, Missouri
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Duenweg faces a critical hazard with a score of 10.0. The Central Jasper County Lead site and the Oronogo-Duenweg Mining Belt are very close to your home. These sites contain dangerous heavy metals from old mines. This means toxic lead might be in your yard or the dust inside your house. For daily life, this means children playing in the dirt are at high risk. Breathing dust or eating local garden vegetables could also make you sick.
Action Required
You must take immediate action to protect your household from heavy metal exposure. Contact the Environmental Task Force of Jasper and Newton Counties for information on local environmental safety programs and soil remediation assistance. If you reside in assisted housing, call the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287 to request a professional lead inspection. Ensure all children receive blood lead level screenings through a primary care physician. Do not allow children to play in ungrassed areas or near visible mine tailings. Maintain a clean indoor environment to reduce the risk of ingesting toxic particulates.
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.