Summitville, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Summitville faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 due to its proximity to several industrial waste sites. The DePauw Plate Glass Co. is the nearest active Superfund site, located less than four miles away. This facility contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through the soil or water. For residents, these contaminants mean that local ground resources could be unsafe. You must be cautious about where you play or garden to avoid coming into contact with dangerous chemicals.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to ensure residential safety in Summitville. Residents should contact the Brotherhood Designs Foundation Corporation for local environmental advocacy and information regarding community health initiatives. For those concerned about the safety or stability of their current housing due to these critical environmental risks, reach out to The Affordable Housing Corporation of Marion, Indiana, at 765-662-1574. Alternatively, you may contact Transition Resources in Pendleton at 866-844-8556 for housing assistance and guidance. Documenting any unusual health symptoms or environmental changes in your immediate vicinity is essential for future reporting and official health assessments.
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.