Dermatitis has been seen in some individuals exposed to copper metal primarily from copper jewelry. Adverse skin effects from exposure to soil containing copper is not likely. LEAD Lead is a naturally occurring metal found in small amounts in the earth's crust. The highest concentration of lead found in soils 0-6 inches at the site was 6.4 parts per million. There is the potential for exposure to lead through incidental ingestion and skin contact.
Long term exposures to low levels of lead can cause brain damage, and lowered I.Q. in children.
Lead is not easily absorbed through the skin. Adverse health effects associated with skin contact with lead at the site is not likely. Ingestion of soil containing lead can increase blood lead levels. Studies have shown that levels in soil below 100 parts per million are not likely to adversely increase blood lead levels in even the most sensitive group, pica children, children who have an abnormal desire to eat substances not normally eaten, like soil. The evaluation of health outcome data is not indicated.