Prairie Creek, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Prairie Creek faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Ash Street Groundwater Contamination Site is located only 3.8 miles away and is currently leaking hazardous substances into the local water supply. For your daily life, this means your drinking water or garden soil could be unsafe. There are fourteen other industrial sites nearby that also pollute the area. You must be very careful about the water you use and where children play outside to stay safe.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary to secure safe living conditions in the Prairie Creek area. Residents should contact the ERBA Edgar County Outreach Office at 217-331-7031-229 for guidance on housing safety and available environmental resources. Additionally, the Greater Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce Foundation Inc provides community support regarding local environmental health. You must advocate for transparent water testing results and seek assistance if you suspect your home is affected by industrial runoff. Proactive engagement with these organizations helps ensure your family remains protected from the high density of surrounding industrial hazards and active groundwater contamination.
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.