Olympia, Washington
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Olympia ZIP 98508 has a high hazard score of 7.4. The main threat comes from the Lacey Mercury Apartment Superfund site located 5.8 miles away. Mercury is a heavy metal that stays in the environment for a long time. If you come into contact with it through air or soil, it can hurt your brain and kidneys. You should be careful about where you play outside or what you touch in old buildings near the contaminated areas.
Action Required
Residents should contact local organizations to assist with environmental advocacy and housing safety. Reach out to the Coastal Cutthroat Coalition to learn about local water quality and environmental conservation efforts. For those concerned about property safety and housing standards in the Olympia and Tacoma area, contact the Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity at 253-627-5626 extension 120. They can provide guidance on maintaining a safe living environment. Additionally, monitoring updates from the B & L Woodwaste Custodial Trust can provide information on regional waste management and long-term land safety protocols in the surrounding county.
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.