Vancouver, Washington
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Vancouver residents near the 98668 ZIP code face a critical hazard score of 9.9 out of 10. The Battle Ground Mercury site is only 2.1 miles away and contains dangerous heavy metals. Mercury is a poison that can hurt your brain and nervous system if you touch or breathe it. For daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water. Living near an active Superfund site requires extra caution to keep your family safe.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against heavy metal exposure. Contact the Abueno Tierra Foundation or Chay Environmental to learn about local soil testing and environmental advocacy programs. For those concerned about the impact of these hazards on their property or housing safety, professional guidance is available. Reach out to the Portland Housing Center at 503-282-7744 or the Open Door Counseling Center at 503-748-0407 for assistance. These agencies provide critical resources for navigating housing issues in areas impacted by active Superfund cleanup operations and critical environmental hazard zones.
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.