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The Army Corps of Engineers has discovered soil contamination beneath some homes in suburban St. Louis where nuclear waste was dumped years ago near Coldwater Creek. Despite the contamination, the Corps assures that it does not pose a health risk and will not require remediation.
In March, the Corps began soil sampling at the Cades Cove subdivision after finding contamination in backyards but not front yards. The subdivision was built over fill dirt covering part of the creek, prompting the latest testing to investigate potential contamination.
Residents like Gina McNabb are left feeling uncertain about the situation. The history of uranium processing in the area has left a legacy of contamination, with the issue of health risks and illnesses remaining a concern for the community.
In 2022, a Florissant school closed amid fears of contamination from Coldwater Creek. An investigation in July revealed the government and companies were aware of health risks but neglected to address them. Missouri’s congressional delegation, including Sen. Josh Hawley and Rep. Cori Bush, had pushed for compensation for those affected by radioactive contamination.
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