New Ross, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
New Ross faces a critical safety score of 10.0 due to nearby toxic waste. The Crawfordsville Heating & Plumbing Superfund site is only 3.6 miles away. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the local soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt or drinking well water. Exposure to these chemicals can lead to serious long-term health problems for you and your family if they are not managed.
Action Required
Residents of New Ross must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Darlington Conservation Club Inc to join local environmental monitoring efforts and stay informed about regional soil and water quality updates. If you are concerned about the safety of your current residence or need assistance finding low-risk housing, contact HUD housing agencies at 1-800-569-4287. You may also coordinate with the Americus Area Community Coalition for community advocacy. Taking these actions now helps protect your health from the critical hazards identified at the Crawfordsville Heating & Plumbing site and surrounding industrial locations.
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.