Fort Wayne, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The area around Fort Wayne ZIP code 46895 faces a critical environmental threat. The Dependable Brake Superfund site is located only 2.1 miles away and is currently active on the National Priorities List. Because this site contains unspecified hazardous substances, your daily life could be affected by hidden toxins in the soil or groundwater. There are five major contaminated sites within five miles of your home. You must be careful about touching local soil or drinking unfiltered well water.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their housing safety and environmental health. Contact the Fort Wayne Water Foundation Inc to discuss local water quality testing and advocacy for cleaner local resources. For those in rental properties or seeking safer housing options away from these critical zones, contact the HUD housing agencies at 1-800-569-4287 for assistance and information on safe living conditions. Engaging with the Friends Of The Parks Of Allen County Indiana Inc can also provide updates on the safety of local outdoor recreational spaces impacted by these Superfund sites in the Fort Wayne area.
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.