Fairbanks, AK (99701) — Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 99701

Fairbanks, Alaska

Score: 4/10

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
4/10
Risk Level
Moderate
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
FLINT HILLS NORTH POLE
Distance to Nearest
8.2 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
0
Sites Within 10 Miles
1
County
AK
NPL Status
Active

Threat Summary

Fairbanks (ZIP 99701): The Flint Hills North Pole clean-up site, 8.2 miles away, contains dangerous chemicals. For your safety: * **Breathing:** Avoid areas where air could carry these substances. * **Water:** Ensure drinking water is safe; consider testing well water. * **Gardening:** Don't grow food in potentially contaminated soil, as chemicals can affect plants. * **Children:** Keep children away from the site and suspicious areas. They are more vulnerable to chemical exposure.

Action Required

Fairbanks (99701) residents: Concerned about local environmental issues? Connect with: Downtown Association Of Fairbanks Community Services Inc – (907) 452-8217 Friends Of The Koponen Homestead – (907) 456-3869 Geoart – (907) 456-4048 For housing assistance, contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. To get involved, visit the website of one of these organizations and sign up for their newsletter or volunteer opportunities.

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.

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