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EPA Superfund Site

IRON HORSE PARK

MA | EPA ID MAD051787323

Human exposure is under control — protective remedies in place

About this site’s exposure pathways: The Iron Horse Park Superfund site is considered "Current Human Exposure Not Under Control" due to the presence of lead contamination in surface soils in the rail yard area of the site. Elevated blood lead levels are predicted for women of child-bearing age based on occupational indoor exposures to dust from the outdoor lead-containing soil. Portions of the site that present unacceptable exposure pathways cannot be further controlled (by fencing, for example) prior to implementation of the remedy since the site contains an active rail yard. An agreement with the Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs) has been reached regarding implementation of the remedy selected in the Record of Decision for the surface soils in the rail yard. This rail yard portion of the remedy is currently anticipated to be complete in 2013.

EPA continues its coordination efforts with local officials and the community. Additional outreach efforts are anticipated throughout the remedial design phase which is underway.

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Data limitations: Proximity to a Superfund site boundary does not mean your property is contaminated. EPA site boundaries show the area designated for cleanup, not the full extent of contamination. Groundwater plumes can extend beyond site boundaries. This tool shows publicly available EPA federal data. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by EPA, and is not a substitute for a professional environmental assessment.

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