Pueblo, Colorado
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY The US Army Pueblo Chemical Depot is located directly in your immediate area. This site is ranked as a critical threat because it stored hazardous chemical weapons for many years. These dangerous materials can contaminate the soil or water around your home if they leak into the environment. Living this close to a Superfund site means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking untreated well water. A 9.9 hazard score indicates that risks require your immediate attention.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against local contaminants. Contact NeighborWorks Southern Colorado at 719-544-8078 to discuss safe housing options and potential environmental mitigation grants available for local properties. You should also engage with the Arkansas River Basin Water Forum to stay informed about regional water quality testing and safety initiatives. For community-led advocacy and updates on the depot’s cleanup status, connect with Citizens For Huerfano County Inc. Proper disposal of household hazardous waste through Clean Valley Recycling can further prevent local soil degradation and protect your family from additional exposure.
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.