Terre Haute, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Terre Haute faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Ash Street Groundwater Contamination Site is a major concern less than four miles away. This active Superfund site contains hazardous substances that may have leaked into the local water supply. For daily life, this means you must be careful about the water you drink or use for gardening. High levels of industrial pollution from 14 nearby sites create a serious risk to your health.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environments against these critical hazards. For assistance with housing safety and environmental justice concerns, contact the ERBA Edgar County Outreach Office at 217-331-7031-229. This agency provides support for those in the greater Terre Haute region facing housing instability due to environmental factors. Additionally, you should engage with the Covered Bridge Gateway Trails Association Inc or the Greater Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce Foundation Inc to advocate for faster remediation of the Ash Street Groundwater Contamination Site and surrounding industrial zones to protect long-term public health.
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.