Anderson Island, Washington
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Anderson Island faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The primary danger comes from the Fort Lewis Landfill No. 5 Superfund site located just 4.4 miles away. This active site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local well water and gardening in untreated soil. These hidden toxins can affect your health over time without you ever seeing or smelling them.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to address housing safety and environmental health concerns on Anderson Island. Residents should contact the Albers Vista Gardens Foundation of Kit Sap for guidance on local environmental preservation and soil health. For those concerned about the impact of these hazards on their home stability or seeking affordable housing solutions away from high-risk zones, contact Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity. You can reach their office at 253-627-5626×120 to discuss available resources and support programs. Proactive engagement with these organizations helps mitigate the long-term risks associated with living near active Superfund and mercury spill sites.
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.