Colorado Springs, CO (80970) — Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 80970

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

SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY The area near ZIP code 80970 faces a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 8.7 out of 10. The Shriever AFS Transformer Storage Area is less than three miles away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil or water, potentially affecting the air you breathe or the ground where children play. Because the site is still active, residents should be careful about dust and local water quality to stay safe every day.

Action Required

SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents should immediately contact the Community Economic Defense Project CEDP in Colorado Springs at 303-276-5705 for assistance with housing safety and environmental justice resources. For local environmental advocacy and land use information, engage with the Center For Environmental Diplomacy to understand community-wide mitigation efforts. It is critical to document any unusual environmental odors or soil discoloration and report them to local health officials. Seek professional environmental testing if you suspect your property has been impacted by runoff or dust from the Shriever AFS Transformer Storage 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.

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