The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed its mandatory "five-year review" of the Saco Tannery Superfund site in Maine. This process, required by law, evaluates the effectiveness of cleanup efforts at Superfund sites every five years after remedies have been implemented.

According to the EPA's review, available on its website, the remedy at the Saco Tannery site continues to protect human health and the environment effectively. The review also made recommendations for follow-up actions where necessary.

The Superfund program was established by Congress in 1980 to address hazardous waste sites across the country. Its primary goal is to safeguard public health and the environment during and after cleanup operations. These periodic reviews are critical in ensuring that cleanup measures remain effective over time and identifying any issues that may arise.

Throughout various phases of a site's cleanup, considerations include future use and redevelopment as well as post-cleanup monitoring. For more details on EPA's Superfund program, interested parties can visit www.epa.gov/superfund.