Athol, Idaho
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Athol residents: A Superfund site, the USN Naval Surface Warfare Center, is about 7 miles away. It contains unspecified hazardous substances. This means dangerous chemicals could affect your daily life. Breathing air near the site might be unhealthy. These substances could get into your drinking water, so be aware. Gardening soil might become unsafe for growing food, and children are more sensitive to these harmful materials. Stay informed about site clean-up and local safety advice.
Action Required
Action Plan for Athol, Idaho (83801) Residents: Strengthen our community and environment! For environmental initiatives, connect with the Coeur Dalene Garden Club. Need recycling solutions? The Coeur Dalene Glass Recycling Company is your resource. Concerned about our waterways? Reach out to Concerned Citizens Protecting The Spokane River. For housing assistance, contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. If facing environmental cleanup concerns beyond local scope, the EPA Superfund hotline is 1-800-424-8802. Next Step: Pick one organization and make a call this week to learn how you can get involved!
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.