AMERIKAM

Parent Company: NA

1337 JUDD AVE SW, GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan 49509

Area Score60/100ModerateModerate

Pollution Risk

84

Based on 15 TRI facilities in zip code 49509

Water Quality

46

23 violations recorded

Air Quality

47

County-level EPA AQS data for KENT

Facility Information

Full Address
1337 JUDD AVE SW
City
GRAND RAPIDS
State
Michigan
Zip Code
49509
County
KENT
EPA TRI ID
49509MRKM01337J
Parent Company
NA

Water Quality in 49509

Total Violations

23

Health Violations

0

Contaminants Found

4

Water Safety Score

46/100

Contaminants Detected:

Code 8000OtherArsenicDisinfectant Residual

Should You Be Concerned About AMERIKAM?

AMERIKAMis registered in the EPA's Toxic Release Inventory (TRI). This means the facility reports handling, releasing, or transferring toxic chemicals as part of its operations. The area's environmental safety score is 60/100 — moderate, suggesting some cumulative environmental burden from industrial activity in the area.

Drinking water quality is a concern in zip code 49509, scoring only 46/100. Consider testing your home water supply or using a certified filtration system.

This zip code has 15 total TRI facilities, which is a high concentration that compounds environmental health risks — each facility contributes pollutants that may interact in ways individual facility data doesn't capture. Areas with multiple TRI sites tend to have higher rates of respiratory issues and environmental sensitivity, according to EPA research.

What you can do: Check your home's water quality with an annual test kit, monitor local air quality alerts, and review the full Michigan pollution report for broader context. NA operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near AMERIKAM

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan (49509) means potential exposure to industrial pollutants through air, water, and soil. While not every facility creates immediate health risks, long-term proximity warrants awareness and proactive steps.

Water Testing

Given the water quality score of 46/100 for zip code 49509, we recommend annual water testing for heavy metals, VOCs, and industrial contaminants — especially if you use well water. Testing kits are available through your county health department or certified labs.

Air Quality Monitoring

Air quality in this area scores 47/100 — below average. Monitor daily AQI (Air Quality Index) at airnow.gov, particularly on hot, stagnant days when ground-level pollutants concentrate. If you notice unusual odors or visible emissions from AMERIKAM, report them to Michigan's environmental agency.

When to Consult a Doctor

Speak with your physician if you experience persistent respiratory symptoms (chronic cough, wheezing, shortness of breath), unexplained headaches, skin irritation, or unusual fatigue — particularly if these worsen when you're at home. Mention your proximity to a TRI facility so they can order appropriate screening. Vulnerable populations — children, elderly, pregnant women, and those with asthma — should be especially vigilant.

Data sources: EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA Air Quality System (AQS). Facility ID: 49509MRKM01337J. Last updated: August 2026.