Ellinwood, Kansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents of Ellinwood face a high hazard score of 7.5 due to the Great Bend (Ex) A-G Gunnery Range located just three miles away. This active Superfund site contains unspecified hazardous substances that may affect the local environment. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about what is in the soil and water near the site. Hazardous materials can move through the ground or air, potentially reaching your home and impacting your long-term health and safety.
Action Required
Residents should take immediate steps to secure their living environment and stay informed about local water quality. Contact Cheney Lake Watershed Inc for information regarding regional environmental protection and water safety initiatives. For those concerned about the safety and quality of their current residence, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287 to discuss housing standards and potential relocation assistance if environmental hazards are confirmed on-site. Engaging with the Great Bend Garden Club can also provide community-led insights into local soil health and safe gardening practices within the Ellinwood area. All residents should monitor local EPA announcements.
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.