Wichita, Kansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 67216 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The McConnell Air Force Base is a nearby Superfund site located less than four miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that may have moved into the soil or groundwater over time. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about using well water for drinking or gardening. Contamination in the ground can sometimes release invisible vapors that enter homes through the foundation.
Action Required
You must take immediate steps to secure your living environment and understand local water quality. Contact the Arkansas River Coalition Incorporated to learn about local water table health and community advocacy efforts. For residents concerned about how environmental hazards affect their housing safety or financial stability, contact the Cambridge Credit Counseling Corporation Wichita Branch at 800-757-1788. This HUD-approved agency provides guidance on housing-related issues. Additionally, residents should request a water quality report from the City of Wichita to confirm if their specific address is impacted by any known groundwater plumes.
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.