Springfield, Missouri
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Springfield residents in ZIP 65807 live near a critical hazard zone. The Brenntag Mid-South Inc. Superfund site is located only 1.4 miles away and contains dangerous chemicals. These hazardous substances can move through the ground and water into your neighborhood. This means chemicals might be in the dirt where children play or in the water used for lawns. You should stay away from industrial fences and always wash your hands after spending time playing or working outdoors.
Action Required
For immediate environmental information, contact the James River Basin Partnership to learn about local water safety. If environmental hazards affect your living situation, reach out to the Cambridge Credit Counseling Corporation Springfield branch at 417-889-8221 for housing agency assistance. You can also contact Ozark Greenways Inc for details on the safety of local parks and trails near these industrial zones. Taking these steps helps ensure your family remains safe while regulatory agencies manage the cleanup of the Brenntag Mid-South Inc. site and other nearby hazardous locations in the Springfield community.
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.