Caldwell, Arkansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Caldwell has a critical hazard score of 9.5. The Eldridge Road Groundwater Plume is only 3.7 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that have leaked into the water deep underground. For your daily life, this means your well water might not be safe to drink or use for bathing. Hazardous chemicals can move through the soil and enter your home through vapors or water pipes. You must be very careful about your water source to stay safe from these toxins.
Action Required
Contact the Languille River Watershed Coalition to learn about local water quality monitoring efforts and watershed protection. For housing safety concerns or assistance finding alternative living arrangements away from the plume, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Residents can also engage with Hometown Crawfordsville for community-led environmental advocacy. The Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation provides additional local environmental context. Immediate action is necessary due to the critical hazard score of 9.5. Priority should be given to verifying the safety of your home water supply and structural integrity against chemical vapors.
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.