Mc Cracken, Kansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
McCracken faces a critical environmental hazard score of 8.4. The Mercury-West Ash Street Superfund site is located only 0.2 miles from the town center. This site contains dangerous mercury, a heavy metal that can harm the brain and nervous system. In daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or breathing dust near the site. Mercury exposure is especially dangerous for children and pregnant women. Stay away from the restricted area to keep your family safe.
Action Required
Residents should immediately coordinate with local organizations to address environmental concerns and housing safety. Contact the Cheney Lake Watershed Inc for information regarding local water quality and land management strategies. For those concerned about the impact of contamination on residential safety or property values, reach out to the HUD Housing Agencies at 1-800-569-4287 for guidance on safe housing standards. Additionally, the Great Bend Garden Club can provide advice on safe planting practices in the region. Taking these steps ensures that you have the professional support needed to navigate this critical heavy metal hazard.
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.