Halfway, Oregon
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
ATTENTION HALFWAY RESIDENTS (ZIP 97834): The North Pole Mine, 8 miles away, is a Superfund cleanup site with hazardous substances. Breathing dust or air from the site could be risky. Harmful chemicals might get into nearby water sources, affecting drinking or pets. If chemicals touch garden soil or water, it could make plants unsafe to eat. Children are especially at risk if they play near or touch anything from the site. Stay away from the mine area to keep your family safe.
Action Required
Halfway, Oregon (97834) residents, let's take action for our community! For environmental concerns and conservation efforts, connect with: – Blue Mountains Biodiversity Project – Blue Mountains Conservancy Inc – Blue Mountains Forest Partners For housing assistance and HUD-related inquiries, please contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. **Concrete Next Step:** Identify one specific environmental or housing issue in Halfway you'd like to address and commit to contacting one of the listed organizations this week to learn how they can help.
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.