Fort Calhoun, Nebraska
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Fort Calhoun residents, a Superfund site named Former Ballantyne Instruments & Electronics is about 7.6 miles away. This site contains "hazardous substances," meaning harmful chemicals are in the ground or water there. You likely won't breathe in dangerous amounts of these chemicals in Fort Calhoun. Your drinking water is safe; it comes from a different source and is regularly tested. Gardening in your yard is safe, as local soil isn't affected by this distant site. Children are also safe; these chemicals do not spread this far. Your daily life in Fort Calhoun is not at risk from this site.
Action Required
Fort Calhoun (68023) residents seeking environmental support can connect with valuable local resources. For environmental initiatives, consider contacting the Center For Rural Affairs Community Capital or Conservation Fusion Inc. Friends Of Heron Haven is another excellent environmental organization. If you need assistance with HUD-related matters, please call HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. To take your first step, reach out to one of these organizations this week to discuss your specific needs or interests.
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.