Science & Technology

USGS Background Soil-Lead Survey: State Data

Learn about how the U.S. Geological Survey collected soil samples at over 4,800 sites to delineate nationwide patterns and variations in surface soil lead content. View the National Interactive Map to access Soil-Lead Survey results by state.

Site Evaluation for Dioxin at Superfund Sites

Learn about site evaluation of dioxin, including sampling and analytical methods for dioxin, at Superfund sites.

Soil Bioavailability at Superfund Sites

Learn about how EPA is incorporating relative bioavailability information for human exposures at Superfund sites exposed to soil contaminants via oral pathway.

List 10 - Contaminants at CERCLIS Sites

View a list of contaminants recorded for Superfund sites, including the contaminant Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) number and maximum concentration level.

Lead at Superfund Sites: Frequent Questions

Access pages on frequent questions regarding lead at Superfund sites from different groups.

Interim Priorities List (IPL) and Expanded Eligibility List (EEL) Sites

View a list of interim priority list (IPL) sites and expanded eligibility list (EEL) sites

Things You Can Do to Protect Water Quality

Nobody knows your community better than you do! We encourage you to take an active role in protecting the water resources in your community.

Guidance for Identifying, Selecting and Evaluating Open Literature Studies

This guidance for Office of Pesticide Program staff will assist in their evaluation of open literature studies of pesticides. It also describes how we identify, select, and ensure that data we use in risk assessments is of sufficient scientific quality.

Transcript of 2016 Chemical Data Reporting: Reporting Application Webinar

This is a transcript of the audio file for the October, 2015 CDR Reporting Application Webinar.

eCDRweb User Roles

This document outlines the roles of the persons involved in the submission of data for Chemical Data Reporting.

Models and Databases Used in Pesticide Risk Assessment

Collection of links to pesticide models and databases. Model topics include aquatic, terrestrial, atmospheric and health effects. Database topics include environmental effects, water, health effects and regulatory information.