BADGER ALLOYS

Parent Company: NA

5120 W STATE ST, MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin 53208

Area Score43/100ModerateModerate

Pollution Risk

78

Based on 12 TRI facilities in zip code 53208

Water Quality

10

2 violations recorded

Air Quality

40

County-level EPA AQS data for MILWAUKEE

Facility Information

Full Address
5120 W STATE ST
City
MILWAUKEE
State
Wisconsin
Zip Code
53208
County
MILWAUKEE
EPA TRI ID
53208BDGRL5120W
Coordinates
43.0342°N, 87.9022°W
Parent Company
NA

Water Quality in 53208

Total Violations

2

Health Violations

0

Contaminants Found

1

Water Safety Score

10/100

Contaminants Detected:

Code 8000

Should You Be Concerned About BADGER ALLOYS?

BADGER ALLOYSis 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 43/100 — moderate, suggesting some cumulative environmental burden from industrial activity in the area.

Drinking water quality is a concern in zip code 53208, scoring only 10/100. Consider testing your home water supply or using a certified filtration system.

This zip code has 12 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 Wisconsin pollution report for broader context. NA operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near BADGER ALLOYS

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin (53208) 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 10/100 for zip code 53208, 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 40/100 — 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 BADGER ALLOYS, report them to Wisconsin'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: 53208BDGRL5120W. Last updated: August 2026.