Chatsworth, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Chatsworth faces a high hazard score of 7.6 out of 10. The primary threat is the Sioux Fertilizer Inc. NH3 Superfund site located just over four miles away. This active site contains hazardous substances that can move through the air or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local water quality and soil health. Harmful chemicals can sometimes travel further than expected, potentially affecting the safety of your home environment and the air you breathe.
Action Required
Residents should contact local environmental organizations to stay informed about soil and water health. The Little Sioux Valley Conservation Association and Friends Of Conservation Inc provide resources for community safety. For those concerned about property safety or housing assistance near hazardous sites, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Additionally, the Loess Hills- Elysian Prairie Restoration And Conservation Project offers information on local land restoration. Immediate action includes scheduling a professional environmental assessment of your property to ensure no hazardous substances from the Sioux Fertilizer site have migrated onto your land.
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.