Muncie, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Muncie faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The ABB Power T&D Co Inc Superfund site is only 2.9 miles away and contains dangerous levels of mercury. Mercury is a heavy metal that does not go away on its own. In your daily life, this means dust or soil near old industrial areas could be unsafe to touch or breathe. Multiple mercury-related spills nearby increase the risk. You must be careful where you play or garden in this area.
Action Required
Residents must seek assistance for housing safety and environmental education. Contact the East Central Indiana Recycling and Reuse Hub Corporation for information on local soil testing and hazardous waste disposal. For those concerned about living in contaminated zones, contact Transition Resources in Pendleton at 866-844-8556 for housing guidance. You may also reach out to The Affordable Housing Corporation of Marion at 765-662-1574. These organizations provide resources to help you navigate living near high-risk Superfund sites. Immediate action is necessary to protect your family from long-term heavy metal exposure in Muncie.
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.