Ballwin, Missouri
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Ballwin faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 due to its proximity to the Brompton Cleaners Superfund site and several others nearby. The primary threats are dioxins and furans, which are highly toxic chemicals. For your daily life, this means soil and dust around older industrial areas could be contaminated. These chemicals stay in the environment for a long time and can build up in the food chain. Stay away from restricted sites to keep your family safe.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to address housing safety and environmental advocacy. Residents should contact the Urban League of Metropolitan Saint Louis, Inc. at 314-615-3600 for assistance with housing quality inspections and health-related resources. For technical information regarding regional air quality and waste management, reach out to the Air And Waste Management Association-Greater St Louis. If you live near the Chicago Heights Blvd VOC Plume or Missouri Metals, request a soil and water assessment. Document any unusual odors or dust clouds and report them to the Belews Creek Watershed Partnership to ensure local water safety is maintained.
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.