Springfield, Missouri
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Springfield faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Central Springfield VOC Plume is the primary Superfund site impacting this area. Hazardous substances have contaminated local resources, which means chemicals could enter your home through soil or groundwater. These vapors can rise into buildings, potentially affecting the air you breathe every day. With ten hazardous sites located within five miles of your zip code, your daily health depends on staying informed about local soil and water safety issues.
Action Required
Residents must take proactive steps to mitigate these environmental risks. Contact the James River Basin Partnership to learn about local water quality initiatives and how to protect your watershed from industrial runoff. For those living near the Central Springfield VOC Plume who require assistance with housing stability or safety assessments, contact the Cambridge Credit Counseling Corporation Springfield Branch at 417-889-8221. This HUD-approved agency can provide guidance on housing resources in high-risk zones. Additionally, supporting Ozark Greenways Inc helps preserve clean land buffers that may reduce the impact of regional hazardous plumes on residential neighborhoods.
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.