Portland, Oregon
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Payne Property is a critical Superfund site located 4.2 miles from you. This area is contaminated with mercury, which is a dangerous heavy metal. Mercury can hurt your brain, nerves, and kidneys if you touch it or breathe it in. There are thirty-four hazardous sites within ten miles of your home. This means the air, soil, and water near you might not be safe. You need to act now to keep your family healthy and safe.
Action Required
Contact 350Pdx or the Amplify Ability Corporation to engage in local environmental safety advocacy. If you have concerns regarding housing safety or property value due to contamination, contact the Portland Housing Center at 503-282-7744. You may also contact Open Door Counseling Center, doing business as Open Door Housingworks, at 503-748-0407 for assistance in Hillsboro. These organizations provide resources for residents living near critical hazard zones like the Payne Property. Securing professional guidance is a necessary step in protecting your household from the long-term effects of local industrial pollution and heavy metal 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.