EPA Hotlines

Hotlines and Service Lines for Specific Topics

  • Asbestos Hotline

    Phone: 800-368-5888 or 202-566-1970 (in DC area)
    Hours: 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. EST
    Type of Coverage: A member of the ASBO staff will answer calls.
    Description: The Asbestos and Small Business Ombudsman (ASBO) operates a toll-free hotline for the convenience of small businesses, trade associations, and the general public, seeking free, confidential help as it relates to asbestos and a variety of environmental regulatory topics.

  • The Assessment, Cleanup and Redevelopment Exchange System (ACRES) Help Desk

    Phone: 703-284-8212
    E-mail: acres_help@epa.gov
    Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST, Monday - Friday, excluding federal holidays.
    Description: The hotline provides guidance on using the Assessment, Cleanup and Redevelopment Exchange System (ACRES) database and answers any ACRES-related questions.
    Additional Notes: Leave a message and they will respond within 24-48 hours.

  • Central Data Exchange (CDX) Hotline

    Phone: 888-890-1995
    E-mail: helpdesk@epacdx.net
    Hours: Available for data submission technical support between the hours 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Eastern
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by live operators.

  • Drinking Water Hotline

    Phone: 800-426-4791
    Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. EST, Monday - Friday
    Type of Coverage: An Information Specialist will answer calls.
    Description: The Safe Drinking Water Hotline provides the general public, regulators, medical and water professionals, academia, and media, with information about drinking water and ground water programs authorized under the Safe Drinking Water Act. The Hotline is operated under contract by Outreach Process Partners, LLC and housed in its Annapolis, MD offices.

  • Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Information Center

    Phone: 800-424-9346 (select option #4 from menu) - Toll Free; 703-412-9810 in the Washington, DC Area / International
    Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST, Monday – Friday, Closed Federal Holidays
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by live Information Specialists. Assistance is also available through the Emergency Management Frequently Asked Questions Database, which provides answers to frequently asked questions and an option to submit questions electronically to the Information Center.
    Description: A publicly accessible service that provides up-to-date information on regulatory requirements of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) including release notification, emergency planning, MSDS reporting, and Tier II chemical inventory reporting. The Information Center does not provide regulatory interpretations. It does, however, maintain up-to-date information on the availability and distribution of publications and other resources pertaining to its program areas.
    Additional Notes: This hotline is shared and managed by the following EPA Programs: the Toxics Release Inventory, EPCRA, Risk Management Plans, Superfund, and Oil Spill Prevention.

  • Environmental Justice Hotline

    Phone: 800-962-6215 - Toll Free
    E-mail: EJHotline@epa.gov
    Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday – Friday, Closed Federal Holidays; After-hours services are available via voicemail
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by live Contractor to the EPA
    Description: A publically accessible service that provides communities with information that may assist in addressing potential environmental and/or public health issues, as well as fosters the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of low-income, minority, tribal and indigenous communities that may experience environmental and/or public health concerns.
    Additional Notes: You can find additional information resources at www.epa.gov/environmentaljustice.

  • Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

    Phone: 202-566-1667
    Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., ET, Monday – Friday, Closed Federal Holidays.
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by live FOIA Specialists.
    After hours Coverage: The phone line has voice mail where a message can be left, and a FOIA Specialist will retune the call during the next business day.
    Description: EPA's National Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program provides the public with access to EPA records. EPA also posts records on-line, which were the subject of a previous request through FOIAonline. Any person has the right to submit a FOIA request. Requests can be submitted on-line through FOIAonline or mailed to the appropriate FOIA Office, as set out on our Website under "EPA FOIA Contract Information".
    Additional Notes: The Agency's FOIA website can be located at www.epa.gov/foia.

  • Inspector General Hotline - Recognizing Fraud, Waste and Abuse

    Phone: 888-546-8740
    Fax: 202-566-2599
    E-mail: OIG_Hotline@epa.gov
    Type of Coverage: The EPA Office of Inspector General (OIG) hotline is staffed by federal law enforcement agents.
    Description: The EPA OIG hotline receives complaints of fraud, waste, and abuse in EPA programs and operations including mismanagement or violations of law, rules, or regulations by EPA employees or program participants. Complaints may be received directly from EPA employees, participants in EPA programs, or the general public.

  • Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) Hotline

    Phone: 202-566-1676
    E-mail: hotline.iris@epa.gov
    Mailing Address:
    IRIS Hotline
    c/o EPA Docket Center, Mail Code 28221T
    EPA-West Building
    1301 Constitution Avenue NW
    Washington, DC 20005
    Hours: 8:30 a.m - 4:30 pm EST, Monday - Friday, (except for holidays and days the EPA facility is closed)
    Type of Coverage: The hotline is staffed by a contractor who answers emails or the phone during operating hours, and callers may leave a message during non-operating hours.
    Description: The Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) Program provides information on the health effects of chemicals, and IRIS assessments include information about health hazards as well as toxicity values that can be used in human health risk assessment. The IRIS Hotline provides information on chemicals included in the IRIS database. The information provided by the IRIS Hotline may include background information on chemical assessments, toxicity values, application of toxicity values, and other assessment support information. Requests for information on chemicals that are not included in IRIS or for information that is not part of the IRIS chemical assessment will not be addressed by this hotline.

  • Lead Information Center Hotline

    Phone: 800-424-LEAD [5323]
    Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST, Monday - Friday, (except federal holidays)
    Fax: 585-232-3111
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by specialists
    Description: The National Lead Information Center (NLIC) provides the general public and professionals with information about lead, lead hazards, and their prevention. The NLIC operates under a contract with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with funding from EPA and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • National Response Center (NRC)

    Phone: 800-424-8802
    Hours: 24 hours a day
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by U.S. Coast Guard officers and marine science technicians
    Description: The National Response Center (NRC) is the sole federal point of contact for reporting all hazardous substances releases and oil spills. The NRC receives all reports of releases involving hazardous substances and oil that trigger federal notification requirements under several laws.

  • Oil Information Center

    Phone: 800-424-9346 (select option #2 from the menu) - Toll Free; 703-412-9810 in the Washington, DC Area / International
    Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST, Monday – Friday, Closed Federal Holidays
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by live Information Specialists. Assistance is also available through the Emergency Management Frequently Asked Questions Database, which provides answers to frequently asked questions and an option to submit questions electronically to the Information Center.
    Description: A publicly accessible service that provides up-to-date information on the regulatory requirements of the Oil Pollution Prevention Program including Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plans, Facility Response Plans (FRPs), and oil discharges. The Information Center does not provide regulatory interpretations. It does, however, maintain up-to-date information on the availability and distribution of publications and other resources pertaining to its program areas.
    Additional Notes: This hotline is shared and managed by the following EPA Programs: the Toxics Release Inventory, EPCRA, Risk Management Plans, Superfund, and Oil Spill Prevention.

  • Pesticides Hotline

    Phone: 800-858-7378
    E-mail: npic@ace.orst.edu
    Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. PST, Monday - Friday
    Description: The National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) Exit provides objective, science-based information about pesticides and pesticide-related topics to enable people to make informed decisions about pesticides and their use. NPIC is a cooperative agreement between Oregon State University and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

  • Pollution Prevention Information Clearinghouse

    Phone: 202-566-0799
    E-mail: ppic@epa.gov
    Type of Coverage: The hotline is staffed by a contractor who answers emails or the phone during operating hours. Callers may leave a message during non-operating hours.
    Description: PPIC is a free information service dedicated to reducing and eliminating industrial pollutants through education and public awareness. PPIC provides reference and referral via phone and email.
    Additional Notes: You can find additional information at www.epa.gov/p2

  • Radon Hotline

    Phone:

    • 1-800-SOSRADON (1-800-767-7236)* Purchase radon test kits by phone.
    • 1-800-55RADON (557-2366)* Get live help for your radon questions.
    • 1-800-644-6999* Radon Fit-It Hotline. For general information on fixing or reducing the radon level in your home.
    • 1-800-426-4791 Safe Drinking Water Hotline. For general information on drinking water, radon in water, testing and treatment, and standards for radon drinking water. Operated under a contract with EPA
    • 785-532-6026
    Fax: 785-532-6952
    E-mail: Radon@ksu.edu
    Type of Coverage: * Operated by Kansas State University in partnership with EPA
    Description: Radon Hotlines and Information Resources: View Frequent Questions / Ask a Question; Radon Hotlines (Toll-Free); Find a Radon Service Provider Near You; Radon Publications
  • Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Dockets

    Phone: 202-566-0270
    Fax: 202-566-9744
    E-mail: rcra-docket@epa.gov
    Hours: The EPA Docket Center is open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
    Location: The EPA Docket Center is located at: WJC West Building, Room 3334 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004
    Description: Provides documents involved in the different stages of OSWER rulemakings.
    Additional Notes: Please make an appointment so that the material you wish to view is ready when you arrive.

  • Risk Management Plan (RMP) Information Center

    Phone: 800-424-9346 (select option #6 from menu) - Toll Free; 703-412-9810 in the Washington, DC Area / International
    Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST, Monday – Friday, Closed Federal Holidays
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by live Information Specialists. Assistance is also available through the Emergency Management Frequently Asked Questions Database, which provides answers to frequently asked questions and an option to submit questions electronically to the Information Center.
    Description: A publicly accessible service that provides up-to-date information on the regulatory requirements of the Risk Management Program including Risk Management Plans, hazards assessments, chemical accident prevention, and emergency response programs. The Information Center does not provide regulatory interpretations. It does, however, maintain up-to-date information on the availability and distribution of publications and other resources pertaining to its program areas.
    Additional Notes: This hotline is shared and managed by the following EPA Programs: the Toxics Release Inventory, EPCRA, Risk Management Plans, Superfund, and Oil Spill Prevention.

  • Small Business Ombudsman Hotline

    Phone: 800-368-5888 or 202-566-1970 (in DC area)
    Hours: 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. EST
    Type of Coverage: A member of the ASBO staff will answer calls.
    Description: The Asbestos and Small Business Ombudsman (ASBO) operates a toll-free hotline for the convenience of small businesses, trade associations, and the general public, seeking free, confidential help as it relates to asbestos and a variety of environmental regulatory topics.

  • SmartWay Transport Partnership

    Phone: 734-214-4767
    Hours: 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. EST
    Type of Coverage: A member of the SmartWay staff will answer calls.
    Description: The SmartWay Transport Partnership program operates a hotline for the convenience of companies and organizations who seek assistance with registering as SmartWay partners, using SmartWay tools, or other questions related to the SmartWay program. SmartWay helps companies that ship, receive or transport freight reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint by measuring, benchmarking and improving performance with EPA-developed accounting tools.

  • Stratospheric Ozone Hotline

    Phone: 800-296-1996 or 202-343-9210 (in DC area)
    E-mail: ODS-tips@epa.gov (Reporting a violation); spdcomment@epa.gov (Technical or policy-related questions)
    Description: Ways to Contact EPA's Stratospheric Protection Division

  • Superfund Dockets

    Phone: 202-566-0276
    Fax: 202-566-9744
    E-mail: superfund.docket@epa.gov
    Hours: The EPA Docket Center is open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
    Location: The EPA Docket Center is located at: WJC West Building, Room 3334 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004
    Description: Provides documents involved in the different stages of OSWER rulemakings.
    Additional Notes: Please make an appointment so that the material you wish to view is ready when you arrive.

  • Superfund Information Center

    Phone: 800-424-9346 (select option #5 from menu) - Toll Free; 703-412-9810 in the Washington, DC Area / International
    Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST, Monday – Friday, Closed Federal Holidays
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by live Information Specialists. Assistance is also available through the Superfund Frequently Asked Questions Database, which provides answers to frequently asked questions and an option to submit questions electronically to the Information Center.
    Description: A publicly accessible service that provides up-to-date information on the regulatory requirements of the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA or Superfund) including the Superfund response process under the National Contingency Plan, the National Priorities List, and release notification. The Information Center does not provide regulatory interpretations. It does, however, maintain up-to-date information on the availability and distribution of publications and other resources pertaining to its program areas.
    Additional Notes: This hotline is shared and managed by the following EPA Programs: the Toxics Release Inventory, EPCRA, Risk Management Plans, Superfund, and Oil Spill Prevention.

  • Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Information Center

    Phone: 800-424-9346 (select option #3 from menu) - Toll Free; 703-412-9810 in the Washington, DC Area / International
    Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST, Monday – Friday, Closed Federal Holidays
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by live Information Specialists. Assistance is also available through the TRI Frequently Asked Questions Database, which provides answers to frequently asked questions and an option to submit questions electronically to the Information Center.
    Description: A publicly accessible service that provides up-to-date information on the regulatory requirements of the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Program, assists regulated facilities with Form A and Form R completion, and helps users locate, understand and use data found in the various online TRI data tools. The Information Center does not provide regulatory interpretations. It does, however, maintain up-to-date information on the availability and distribution of publications and other resources pertaining to its program areas.
    Additional Notes: This hotline is shared and managed by the following EPA Programs: The Toxics Release Inventory, EPCRA, Risk Management Plans, Superfund, and Oil Spill Prevention.

  • Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Hotline

    Phone: 202-554-1404
    Fax: 202-554-5603
    E-mail: tsca-hotline@epa.gov
    Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, Monday – Friday
    Description: TSCA Hotline provides general information on requirements under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).

  • Vehicles and Engines Imports Hotline

    Phone: 734-214-4100
    Fax: 734-214-IMPO (4676)
    Type of Coverage: Staffed by the Imports Team
    Description: EPA's Importing Vehicles and Engines and the Imports Helpline welcomes your comments and inquires. We strive to respond to every comment with an answer or an appropriate referral as quickly as possible. Most comments will be responded to within two business days.

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Region-specific Customer Service Lines

Map of the US, split into EPA regions Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Pacific Islands Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington

  • EPA Region 1 (New England) Customer Service Line

    Phone: toll-free line - 888-372-7341; Outside New England call 617-918-1111 – answered by Region 1 public affairs office staff
    Website with Contact Us Form
    Type of Coverage: Staffed between the hours of 8am-5pm (EST), Mon-Fri (except federal holidays). After-hours voice mailbox is checked daily, Mon – Fri.
    Description: Serving Region 1 (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, and VT).

  • EPA Region 2 Customer Service Line

    Phone: toll-free line - 877-251-4575 – answered by Region 2 public affairs office staff
    Website with Contact Us form
    Type of Coverage: Staffed between the hours of 7am-5pm (EST), Mon-Fri (except federal holidays). After-hours voice mailbox is checked daily, Mon – Fri.
    Description: Serving Region 2 (NJ, NY, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands).

    Additional Region 2 Hotline Numbers
    • Enforcement/Compliance Citizen Complaint Hotline (serving NJ, NY, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands)
      212-637-4040 – answered by administrative staff in Region 2's Division of Enforcement and Compliance Assistance 8-5; after hours voicemail
    • Region 2 Public Liaison – formerly known as Superfund Ombudsman (serving NJ, NY, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands)
      888-283-7626 – answered by Region 2's liaison in Superfund 7:30 am – 6:00 pm; after hours voicemail
  • EPA Region 3 (Mid-Atlantic) Customer Service Line

    Phone: toll-free line - 800-438-2474; Outside Mid-Atlantic Region call 215-814-5122
    Website with Contact Us Form
    Description: Serving Region 3 (DE, DC, MD, PA, VA, and WV).

  • EPA Region 4 (Southeast) Customer Service Line

    Phone: toll-free line - 800-241-1754; Outside Region 4 call 404-562-9900
    Website with Contact Us form
    Fax: 404-562-8335
    Email: lovett.queen@epa.gov
    Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST, Monday – Friday, Closed Federal Holidays, no after-hours response
    Description: Serving Region 4 (AL, FL, GA, KY, MS, NC, SC, and TN).

  • EPA Region 5 Customer Service Line

    Phone: toll-free line - 800-621-8431; Outside Region 5 call 312-353-2000
    Website with Contact Us Form
    Type of Coverage: Staffed between the hours of 8:30am-4:30pm (CT), Mon-Fri (except federal holidays).
    Description: Serving Region 5 (IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, and WI).

  • EPA Region 6 (South Central) Customer Service Line

    Phone: toll-free line - 800-887-6063; Outside Region 6 call 214-665-2760
    Description: Serving Region 6 (AR, LA, NM, OK, and TX).

  • EPA Region 7 (Midwest Region) Customer Service Line

    Phone: toll-free line - 800-223-0425; Outside EPA Region 7 call 913-551-7003
    Website with Contact Us Form
    Description: Serving Region 7 (IA, KS, MO, and NE).

  • EPA Region 8 (Mountains and Plains) Customer Service Line

    Phone: 303-312-6312 or toll-free line 800-227-8917; Spanish-speaking residents press 5.
    Fax: 303-312-7910
    Website with Contact Us Form
    Email: r8eisc@epa.gov
    Type of Coverage: Staffed between the hours of 9am and 4pm (MST), Mon-Fri (except federal holidays). After-hours voice mailbox is checked daily, Mon – Fri.
    Description: Serving Region 8 (CO, MT, ND, SD, UT, and WY). Receive comments, tips, complaints and questions on any environmental topic from the general public; local, state and national organizations, businesses, special interests; local, state and federal agencies, and EPA employees.

  • EPA Region 9 (Pacific Southwest) Customer Service Line

    Phone: toll-free line - 866-372-9378; Outside EPA Region 9 call 415-947-8000.
    Website with Contact Us Form
    Type of Coverage: Staffed between the hours of 9:30am-5pm (PST), Mon-Fri (except federal holidays).
    Description: Serving Region 9 (AZ, CA, HI, NV, American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Marshall Islands, and Republic of Palau).

  • EPA Region 10 (Pacific Northwest) Customer Service Line

    Phone: toll-free line - 800-424-4372; Outside EPA Region 10 call 206-553-1200
    Website with Contact Us Form
    Type of Coverage: Staffed between the hours of 8:30am-4:30pm (PST), Mon-Fri (except federal holidays).
    Description: Serving Region 10 (AK, ID, OR, and WA).

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