Lacey, Washington
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 98503 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 due to significant mercury contamination. The Lacey Mercury Apartment Superfund site is located just 2.2 miles away and is currently active. Mercury is a dangerous heavy metal that can enter your body if you breathe it in or touch contaminated surfaces. In daily life, this means you must be very careful about indoor air quality and local soil to prevent serious damage to your brain and nervous system.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against heavy metal exposure. Contact the B & L Woodwaste Custodial Trust for information on local land use and environmental remediation efforts in the Lacey area. For those concerned about the safety of their housing or seeking assistance with environmental relocation, contact the TACOMA/ PIERCE COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY at 253-627-5626×120. They provide resources for safe housing standards. Additionally, the Coastal Cutthroat Coalition can offer guidance on local water quality and the health of the surrounding ecosystem to ensure your family remains protected.
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.