The Santee Sioux Nation has advised residents not to drink water from the public system and continues to distribute bottled water as an alternative supply.
Residents interested in learning more can review the full Record of Decision, the EPA’s responses to public comments, and additional background materials on the Fulton Avenue Superfund Site profile page.
The EPA continues to work in partnership with the State of Louisiana and Tangipahoa Parish to accelerate recovery, bring in specialized expertise, and ensure transparency with the public.
The proposed regulation that was withdrawn sought to revise the technology-based ELGs for MPP point source category in order to improve water quality and protect human health.
The project reflects a broader recognition that uranium’s legacy isn’t just historical—it’s a present-day public health and environmental justice issue.
The EPA's aggressive enforcement strategy in Hawaii reflects the urgency of addressing wastewater pollution in one of the nation’s most environmentally sensitive states.
The EPA’s approval of Arizona’s underground injection control (UIC) program primacy application will allow Arizona’s Department of Environmental Quality to authorize underground injection for all underground injection wells.
While challenges remain, these investments represent a coordinated effort to address decades of underinvestment and build a more equitable water future.