Ellsworth, Kansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents of Ellsworth, Kansas, face a critical safety hazard score of 8.2 out of 10. The Cyanide – Ellsworth County Superfund site is located only 2.7 miles from the city center. This site contains hazardous substances that could enter your local environment. For daily life, this means you must be careful about the water you drink and the soil where children play. Toxic chemicals can move through the ground and impact your long-term health if you are not careful.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to secure your household against local environmental hazards. Residents should contact the Friends Of The River Foundation to learn about regional water protection efforts and soil safety. For those concerned about the impact of these hazards on residential stability or searching for safe housing options, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Additionally, the Kansas Association Of Child Care Resource And Referral Agencies provides guidance on maintaining safe environments for children in high-risk zones. Engaging these local resources ensures you receive current data on Ellsworth County environmental recovery.
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.