Colorado Springs, CO (80960) — Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 80960

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Score: 8.7/10

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
8.7/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
SHRIEVER AFS TRANSFORMER STORAGE AREA
Distance to Nearest
2.6 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
1
Sites Within 10 Miles
3
County
CO
NPL Status
Active

Threat Summary

Colorado Springs residents in the 80960 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 8.7 out of 10. The Shriever AFS Transformer Storage Area is a nearby Superfund site located only 2.6 miles away. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. Pollution from industrial sites like this can harm your health if not managed properly.

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against local toxins. Contact the Center For Environmental Diplomacy to learn about advocacy for cleaner industrial practices in Colorado Springs. For those concerned about the safety of their current residence or seeking healthy housing alternatives, contact the Community Economic Defense Project CEDP- Colorado Springs at 303-276-5705. This agency provides guidance on housing rights and environmental safety standards. Engaging with the Black Forest Trails Association Inc can also provide information on the ecological health of local recreational areas and potential soil hazards near the affected zones.

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.

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