Des Moines, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Ankeny Dry Cleaners site represents a critical environmental threat to Des Moines residents. The primary contaminant is tetrachloroethylene, a chemical used in dry cleaning. This substance can seep into the soil and groundwater. For daily life, this means toxic vapors might rise into indoor air or contaminate local water sources. Because the hazard score is a maximum 10.0, you must monitor local safety alerts closely. Exposure to these chemicals can cause long-term health problems for your family.
Action Required
Immediate community engagement is necessary to address the 10.0 hazard score in Des Moines. Contact 1000 Friends Of Iowa to join advocacy efforts for stricter environmental oversight and local land use protections. For residents concerned about property safety or relocation due to environmental hazards, reach out to HOME OPPORTUNITIES MADE EASY, INC. (HOME, INC.) at 515-243-1277. Alternatively, contact GREATER DES MOINES HABITAT FOR HUMANITY at 515-471-8686 for assistance with healthy housing initiatives. These organizations provide the resources needed to navigate the legal and physical challenges of living near active Superfund sites.
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.