Proposed Deletion from the National Priorities List
Summary
The EPA is proposing to remove a contaminated site from its National Priorities List, which is the federal government's list of the most dangerous polluted locations that need cleanup. This means the site is considered cleaned up enough that it no longer requires the same level of federal oversight and mandatory remediation efforts.
Key Points
- 1A specific contaminated site would be removed from the EPA's National Priorities List, indicating the cleanup is complete or sufficient
- 2The site will no longer be subject to the same strict federal cleanup requirements and monitoring that come with being on the priority list
- 3This change affects local communities near the site, as the removal may change ongoing cleanup activities and environmental protections
- 4The public has until October 15, 2025 to submit comments and concerns about this proposed deletion
- 5The EPA oversees this decision through its Office of Land and Emergency Management (OLEM)
Key Dates
September 11, 2025
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