El Dorado, Kansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
El Dorado faces a critical hazard score of 8.7. The Pester Refinery Co. Superfund site is located only 0.8 miles away and contains hazardous substances. These contaminants can impact your daily life by polluting local soil and groundwater. Living near an active cleanup site means you might encounter dust or water that carries industrial chemicals. You should avoid direct contact with soil in unpaved areas and ensure your drinking water comes from a tested, treated municipal source to prevent exposure.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary due to the critical hazard level. Residents should contact the Comanche Pool Prairie Resource Foundation to learn about local land conservation and soil health. For those in rental properties or seeking safe housing assistance near the Pester Refinery Co. site, contact a HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. This agency provides guidance on finding housing that meets safety standards. Documentation of local environmental concerns can also be shared with the Friends Of Reservoirs to support the protection of local water bodies from industrial runoff and chemical contamination.
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.