Des Moines, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in ZIP code 50318 face a critical safety risk due to the Ankeny Dry Cleaners Superfund site located 4.3 miles away. This site is contaminated with tetrachloroethylene, a chemical used in dry cleaning. This chemical can seep into the ground and reach your drinking water or turn into toxic gas that enters your home. These pollutants are linked to serious health problems. Because the hazard score is a critical 10.0, you must take steps to protect yourself.
Action Required
Immediate engagement with local resources is necessary to mitigate the risks identified in this report. Residents should contact 1000 Friends Of Iowa to support environmental advocacy and stay informed about local land-use safety. For direct assistance regarding residential safety and housing stability near these hazardous sites, contact Home Opportunities Made Easy, Inc. (HOME, INC.) at 515-243-1277. You may also reach Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity at 515-471-8686 for help with property-related concerns. Taking these steps ensures you have professional guidance in navigating the critical environmental challenges present in Des Moines.
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.