West Des Moines, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY West Des Moines faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Railroad Avenue Groundwater Contamination site is the primary concern for your neighborhood. Hazardous substances have leaked into the ground and can move through the soil into the water people use every day. Because these chemicals are often invisible and odorless, you cannot tell if they are in your yard. This active site means the pollution is serious and requires ongoing federal attention.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against these critical hazards. Contact HOME OPPORTUNITIES MADE EASY, INC. (HOME, INC.) at 515-243-1277 for assistance with housing safety inspections and environmental health advocacy. You should also engage with 1000 Friends Of Iowa to support local land use policies that prioritize toxic cleanup and prevent future contamination. If you require home repairs to mitigate exposure, reach out to GREATER DES MOINES HABITAT FOR HUMANITY at 515-471-8686. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before checking your property for historical chemical runoff risks.
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.