Des Moines, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard level for ZIP 50328 is critical because of nearby hazardous waste sites. The most dangerous is the Ankeny Dry Cleaners site located four miles away. This site contains tetrachloroethylene, also called PCE. This chemical is a strong solvent that can soak into the ground and get into drinking water or rise up as gas into buildings. For residents, this means you must be careful about your water quality and the air inside your home or basement.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact local organizations to address housing safety and environmental advocacy. For concerns regarding safe housing and property remediation, contact HOME OPPORTUNITIES MADE EASY, INC. (HOME, INC.) at 515-243-1277 or GREATER DES MOINES HABITAT FOR HUMANITY at 515-471-8686. These agencies provide resources for maintaining a healthy living environment in high-risk zones. Additionally, residents should engage with 1000 Friends Of Iowa or A M O S-A Metropolitan Organizing Strategy to join community efforts for stricter environmental oversight. Taking these steps ensures your household remains protected from the documented chemical hazards 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.