Springfield, Missouri
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Springfield has a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Brenntag Mid-South Inc. Superfund site is only 3.8 miles away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals can move through the ground and get into the water you drink or the air you breathe. Because the site is active, these pollutants might still be moving. Living near five different contaminated sites means you must stay alert to protect your family’s health from invisible dangers in the local environment.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their health and housing safety. Contact the James River Basin Partnership to learn about local water quality monitoring and how to protect your watershed from industrial runoff. If environmental concerns are impacting your ability to maintain safe housing or manage property costs, contact the Cambridge Credit Counseling Corporation Springfield Branch at 417-889-8221 for professional assistance. Staying informed through the Ozark Greenways Inc network can also help you identify safer outdoor recreation areas away from the critical hazard zones located near the Syntex and Brenntag facilities.
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.