PFAS Contamination in Kansas
0 contamination sites tracked
Kansas has 0 identified PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA monitoring data. PFAS "forever chemicals" have been detected in water supplies, soil, and industrial sites across the state. These per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances persist in the environment and pose potential health risks. Use the map to explore specific sites or contact a remediation professional for help.
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Get a Free Assessment →Kansas confronts PFAS contamination primarily from McConnell Air Force Base near Wichita and industrial facilities across the state's agricultural regions. McConnell AFB has documented extensive soil and groundwater contamination from firefighting foam use, with contamination plumes extending toward Wichita's water supply system and affecting rural residential wells. The base's location within the Equus Beds aquifer system creates particular concerns for regional water security.
Wichita's aerospace industry, centered around aircraft manufacturing, has contributed additional PFAS sources through industrial processes and firefighting systems. The state's agricultural economy faces contamination risks from industrial sources and potential biosolids applications. Kansas's High Plains aquifer system, critical for irrigation and municipal water supplies, requires protection from expanding contamination sources.
Key Facts
- McConnell AFB contamination threatens Wichita water supply and rural wells
- Aerospace industry creates additional industrial PFAS sources in Wichita area
- High Plains aquifer system critical for irrigation requires contamination protection
State Regulations
Kansas Department of Health and Environment follows EPA guidelines with enhanced groundwater monitoring requirements near military installations. The state coordinates with Nebraska and Colorado on High Plains aquifer protection measures.
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How many PFAS contamination sites are in Kansas?
Kansas has 0 PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA data.
How do I find PFAS sites near me in Kansas?
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