EPA Finished Asbestos Cleanup at Morton Avenue Site
Federal crews removed 15,000 tons of debris from a warehouse site in Evansville that burned down in 2022.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Commercial
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The Environmental Protection Agency completed the removal of asbestos-contaminated debris from the 119 Morton Avenue warehouse site in August 2026. This concludes a cleanup project that began in the summer of 2026 following a 2022 fire.
Why it matters
The removal effort was necessitated by the presence of hazardous asbestos material identified by contractors after the warehouse complex was destroyed by fire. The project ensures the site is cleared of environmental risks that could have impacted the local Evansville community.
EPA crews successfully cleared 15,000 tons of waste from the 119 Morton Avenue property. The site, which is located near the Lloyd Expressway and U.S. 41, remains under private ownership.
The players
Environmental Protection Agency
This federal agency is responsible for overseeing the cleanup of hazardous environmental sites across the United States.
Morton Ave Warehouse Incorporated
This private entity is the listed owner of the property located at 119 Morton Avenue.
The details
Contractors bidding on demolition work first alerted the city to the presence of asbestos contaminants in the fall of 2025. Before the EPA began debris removal this summer, crews were required to fence off the property to maintain safety.
Timeline
October 2022: Fire destroys the warehouse complex.
Fall 2025: Contractors alert the city to site contaminants.
Summer 2026: EPA crews begin clearing site debris.
August 2026: EPA releases the final cleanup report.
Culture Shift
The cleanup of the Morton Avenue warehouse follows the established protocols for site remediation mandated by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act. This action reflects the ongoing effort to return potentially hazardous urban industrial plots to a safer state.
Residents near the Morton Avenue site can expect improved safety conditions following the removal of asbestos debris. The cleared lot near the Lloyd Expressway and U.S. 41 is now free of the specific environmental hazards that required federal intervention.
The takeaway
Property owners should remain aware of their liability regarding hazardous materials following structural damage. Local officials encourage property owners to maintain communication with city departments regarding site safety and future plans.
Further reading
For more information on local zoning and property development, visit the Commercial section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 14news.
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