Seward, Alaska
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Seward has a high hazard score of 7.8 out of 10. The USDA USFS R10 Chugach NF Kenai Lake Work Center is an active Superfund site located 2.3 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that could harm the environment. In daily life, this means you should be cautious about the water and soil near the facility. These chemicals can move through the ground, potentially causing health problems if you are exposed for a long time.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Alaska Farmland Trust Corporation to learn about local land conservation and safety. For questions regarding housing safety or relocation assistance due to environmental hazards, contact HUD Housing Agencies at 1-800-569-4287. It is important to monitor local water quality reports provided by the city. Support the Alaska Waterfowl Association Inc to help protect the local ecosystem from industrial runoff. If you live within five miles of the Kenai Lake Work Center, schedule a professional soil test to ensure your property remains free of hazardous substances migrating from the Superfund site.
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.