Treece, Kansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Treece faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 8.2. The Maple Street Lead Superfund site is located less than three miles away. Lead is a heavy metal that stays in the dirt and dust. For your daily life, this means lead can get on your shoes, hands, or garden vegetables. If lead enters your body, it can hurt your brain and health. You must be careful about what you touch and breathe outside to stay safe.
Action Required
Residents should contact See-Kan Rc&D Project Inc or Southeast Kansas Recycling Inc for information on local environmental safety initiatives. For concerns regarding lead hazards in residential properties, contact the HUD housing agency at 1-800-569-4287 to request an inspection or assistance. The Sperry-Galligar Audubon Society provides additional local environmental context. Secure your living space by sealing cracks where dust enters. If you suspect lead in your drinking water, use certified filtration systems. Immediate action is necessary to minimize the long-term health impacts of lead exposure in the Treece area.
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.