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Northport (LeRoi) Smelter - Guidance for Homeowners

You reside in or around Northport, you are near the LeRoi Smelter and may be affected by arsenic and lead soil pollution. The following resources can help you determine whether you have soil pollution and what you can do to reduce exposure to harmful pollutants.

Below are common questions related to arsenic and lead soil pollution:

• How do I know how much lead and arsenic is in my soil?
   
  • Learn how to sample soil with our Sampling Guidance
  • Send your samples to a lab - Certified labs in Washington
     
• What are the health effects of lead and arsenic?
   
  • Arsenic Fact Sheet
  • Lead Fact Sheet
     
• What can I do to protect myself and my family?
   
  • Learn about actions you can take to reduce exposure to polluted soil in our Soil Safety Action Guide
  • Read about Gardening on Lead- and Arsenic-Contaminated Soils

If you have other questions about toxics on your property, please visit the Online Guide for Homeowners and Small Businesses: What to do if you discover toxic wastes on your property.