Ponca City, Oklahoma
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Ponca City faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The GM PONCA IRON AND METAL INC Superfund site is located less than four miles away. This active site contains hazardous substances that can move through the air, soil, or water. For daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking unfiltered groundwater. Contaminants can enter your body if you breathe dust or eat garden vegetables grown in untreated soil near these industrial areas.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Anaiah Community Development Corporation to discuss local health advocacy and environmental justice resources. For property-specific safety assessments or housing concerns related to industrial proximity, call the HUD housing counseling line at 1-800-569-4287. Additionally, the Kay County Master Gardeners Incorporated can provide guidance on safe urban gardening practices and soil testing protocols for the 74602 area. Immediate action is necessary to document property conditions and ensure family safety. Use these local resources to navigate the complexities of living near an active Superfund site.
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.