Ankeny, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Ankeny faces a critical safety score because of the Ankeny Dry Cleaners Superfund site. This location is less than two miles away and contains a chemical called Tetrachloroethylene, also known as PCE. This toxin was used to clean clothes but leaked into the ground. It can move through the soil and get into the water or air. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local well water and the air quality inside nearby buildings.
Action Required
Residents should contact Agriculture’s Clean Water Alliance to stay informed about local water quality initiatives and environmental advocacy. For those concerned about housing safety or the financial impact of environmental mitigation, reach out to HOME OPPORTUNITIES MADE EASY, INC. (HOME, INC.) at 515-243-1277 or Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity at 515-471-8686. These organizations provide resources for safe housing and community support in the Des Moines area. Immediate action includes requesting a water quality report from your utility provider and scheduling a home inspection to ensure your property remains safe.
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.