EVEREADY BATTERY CO INC

Parent Company: RALSTON PURINA CO

1205 BROADWAY, RED OAK, Iowa 51566

Area Score44/100ModerateModerate

Pollution Risk

66

Based on 9 TRI facilities in zip code 51566

Water Quality

42

14 violations recorded

Air Quality

20

County-level EPA AQS data for MONTGOMERY

Facility Information

Full Address
1205 BROADWAY
City
RED OAK
State
Iowa
Zip Code
51566
County
MONTGOMERY
EPA TRI ID
51566VRDYB1205B
Coordinates
41.0111°N, 95.2569°W
Parent Company
RALSTON PURINA CO

Water Quality in 51566

Total Violations

14

Health Violations

0

Contaminants Found

3

Water Safety Score

42/100

Contaminants Detected:

ArsenicRadium-226Gross Alpha

Should You Be Concerned About EVEREADY BATTERY CO INC?

EVEREADY BATTERY CO INCis 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 44/100 — moderate, suggesting some cumulative environmental burden from industrial activity in the area.

Drinking water quality is a concern in zip code 51566, scoring only 42/100. Consider testing your home water supply or using a certified filtration system.

This zip code has 9 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 Iowa pollution report for broader context. RALSTON PURINA CO operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near EVEREADY BATTERY CO INC

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in RED OAK, Iowa (51566) 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 42/100 for zip code 51566, 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 20/100 — 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 EVEREADY BATTERY CO INC, report them to Iowa'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: 51566VRDYB1205B. Last updated: August 2026.