Dittmer, Missouri
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Dittmer residents face a high hazard score of 7.4 out of 10. The Butcher Branch Road Drums Superfund site is located only six miles from your community. This site contains hazardous substances that could leak into the environment. In daily life, this means you must be cautious about the quality of your soil and well water. Toxic chemicals from old drums can move through the ground, potentially reaching the water people drink or the dirt where children play.
Action Required
For environmental advocacy and information on local water safety, contact the Belews Creek Watershed Partnership. If you have concerns regarding housing safety or the impact of environmental hazards on your home, reach out to local HUD-approved agencies for expert guidance. Contact The Housing Partnership, Inc. in Saint Louis at 314-631-9905 to discuss property resources and community safety. Additionally, the NSC NACA Counseling Subsidiary in Saint Louis provides counseling services at 314-645-8333. These organizations help residents navigate housing stability and safety requirements in areas impacted by nearby hazardous waste sites and active Superfund cleanup projects.
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.