During the inspection, a total of 45 soil samples were collected on site. Results from the SI indicated that lead, zinc, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic were elevated in some samples. Concentrations in 12 of the 45 total samples exceeded 1,000 ppm lead, with three samples having lead concentrations greater than 4,000 ppm. EPA Region 6 completed an Expanded Site Inspection in September 1993 at this site. EPA collected 133 surface soil samples and five subsurface soil samples from the site, residential yards, and school yards surrounding the site.
Soil contamination is of concern due to observed contamination within residential yards.
The Feasibility Study is expected to be completed in early 1995 and will be released for public comments on possible remedies for the site. The description may change as additional information is gathered on the sources and extent of contamination.