Contaminated Groundwater

Contaminants from dry cleaners, industrial facilities, and Department of Defense activities enter the environment and seep into the groundwater - and subsequently, local water supplies. Contamination may extend to neighboring properties and beyond the source, in what we call a groundwater plume. Some contaminants are projected to remain in the groundwater for many years and pose many risks to human and environmental health.

Learn more about contaminated groundwater sites, risks, and types of contaminants in the StoryMap below. Open in a new tab for optimal viewing.