Fort Smith, Arkansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in Fort Smith face a critical hazard level of 10.0. The Chaffee Crossing Barracks Fire is a nearby active Superfund site containing unspecified hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil or water near your home. For daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt or drinking unfiltered water. There are five dangerous waste sites within five miles of your location. Staying safe requires awareness of these hidden environmental threats in your neighborhood.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and verify the safety of their housing. Contact the Crawford Sebastian Community Development Council at 479-785-2303 to discuss housing safety inspections and available resources for residents in high-risk zones. Additionally, coordinate with the Highway 71 Water District No 1 Public Water Authority to request the latest water quality test results for your specific area. Local environmental groups like Keep Van Buren Beautiful can provide information on community-led soil testing initiatives. Document any unusual health symptoms and report them to local health officials immediately.
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.