Greenland, Arkansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Greenland residents face a high environmental hazard score of 7.9 due to the West Fork Mercury Superfund site located only two miles away. This site contains mercury, a dangerous heavy metal that stays in the environment for a long time. In daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water. Mercury can enter your body if you breathe contaminated dust or eat fish from local streams. Children and pregnant women face the highest health risks.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact local organizations for environmental guidance and housing assistance. Reach out to the Arkansas Indian Association Inc or the Arkansas Master Naturalists Inc to learn about local land conservation and soil health. For those concerned about property values or housing stability due to the high hazard score, contact Credit Counseling of Arkansas in Fayetteville at 479-521-8877. These resources provide the necessary support for navigating environmental risks in Greenland. Stay informed through the Arkansas Native Plant Society regarding native vegetation that helps stabilize local soil and reduces the risk of dust-borne mercury exposure.
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.