Des Moines, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in ZIP 50310 face a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to extreme industrial density. The Des Moines TCE Superfund site is located only 3.9 miles away and is currently active. These hazardous substances often contaminate the water you drink and the air you breathe. With twelve cleanup sites within five miles, chemicals from old dry cleaners and factories may be present in the local environment. Daily life requires caution regarding soil contact and private well water usage.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary to mitigate the risks associated with this critical hazard zone. Residents seeking assistance with housing safety or environmental advocacy should contact local resources immediately. For concerns regarding home remediation or safe housing, call HOME OPPORTUNITIES MADE EASY, INC. (HOME, INC.) at 515-243-1277. Additionally, you can engage with A M O S-A Metropolitan Organizing Strategy to join community efforts for environmental justice. Documenting any unusual odors or health symptoms is essential when speaking with these representatives. Do not delay in securing your living space against local industrial 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.