Evansville, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Evansville faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Crescent Cleaners Site is a primary concern located just 2.1 miles away. Hazardous substances at this site and nearby industrial areas mean that chemicals may be in local soil or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt or drinking unfiltered well water. These hidden dangers can cause long-term health problems for kids and adults if ignored.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against these critical hazards. For assistance with healthy housing and local environmental safety, contact the Community Action Program of Evansville & Vanderburgh County, Inc. at 812-425-4241. They provide resources for families living in impacted areas. Additionally, Hope of Evansville, Inc. at 812-423-3169 can assist with housing-related concerns. For community involvement in local conservation efforts that may impact environmental health, contact the Aline And Edgar Igleheart Foundation Inc. Taking these actions helps mitigate the risks posed by the high concentration of nearby Superfund sites.
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.