Ardmore, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Ardmore area has a critical hazard score of 10.0 because of many nearby industrial waste sites. The A. Perez and Son Lead Smelter is an active Superfund site only 4.8 miles away. While the chemicals are listed as unspecified, smelting involves toxic metals. These substances can get into the soil and groundwater. This means you must be careful when gardening or playing outside to avoid touching or breathing in contaminated dust or soil particles.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to mitigate environmental risks in Ardmore. Residents should contact the Afewsteps Foundation to learn about local conservation efforts and sustainability initiatives. For those concerned about property safety or housing stability due to contamination, the Urban League of Philadelphia offers counseling services at 215-985-3220. You can also reach out to Northwest Counseling Service in Philadelphia at 215-324-7500 for housing assistance. Prioritize indoor air quality and soil testing if you live near the Havertown PCP or the lead smelter.
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS).
This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.