Des Moines, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Your area has a critical hazard score of ten out of ten. The Ankeny Dry Cleaners Superfund site is only 4.3 miles away. This location contains tetrachloroethylene, a chemical used in dry cleaning. These chemicals can seep into the ground and turn into vapors that enter homes through the floor. This means you might breathe in invisible toxins without knowing it. It is important to stay alert about the air quality inside your house and the safety of your water.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact HOME OPPORTUNITIES MADE EASY, INC. (HOME, INC.) at 515-243-1277 for guidance on housing safety and tenant rights regarding environmental hazards. You may also contact Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity at 515-471-8686 for assistance with home repairs or mitigation needs. Engaging with local advocacy groups like 1000 Friends of Iowa can provide updates on land use and environmental protection efforts in the Des Moines area. Immediate action is necessary to address the critical 10.0 hazard rating in ZIP 50364.
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.