Marion, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Marion faces a critical environmental hazard score of 8.1 out of 10. The Kingsgard Cleaners Superfund site is located less than five miles from your area. This site contains hazardous substances that can move through the soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about what is in the ground around your home. Chemicals from old dry cleaners often sink deep into the earth. These invisible threats can eventually reach the water people use every day.
Action Required
Residents must take proactive steps to secure their living environment against local chemical hazards. Contact the Energy 2 0 Society Inc or the Benton County Conservation Foundation to learn about local soil quality and environmental advocacy programs. If you are concerned about how these environmental factors affect your property value or housing safety, reach out to the HUD-approved agency HORIZONS, A FAMILY SERVICE ALLIANCE. You can contact HORIZONS CCCS in nearby Cedar Rapids by calling 319-398-3943 for assistance. These organizations provide the necessary tools to navigate the risks associated with living near the Kingsgard Cleaners Superfund site.
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.