Florissant, Colorado
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY The Rainbow Valley Water District White Powder site is located only 1.8 miles from Florissant. This area has a high hazard score of 8.0 because of dangerous chemicals found in the ground or water. These substances can get into your body through the air you breathe or the water you drink. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about using local well water or touching soil near the site.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Community Economic Defense Project CEDP in Colorado Springs at 303-276-5705 for assistance with housing safety. For environmental advocacy and local updates on land health, engage with Focus On The Forest or the Lake George Community Association. You should also request a private water quality test from a certified laboratory to ensure your property remains unaffected by the nearby Rainbow Valley Water District White Powder contaminants. Monitoring these local resources ensures you receive current safety information for the Florissant area.
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.