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Benedict Park in Pueblo, Colorado
Benedict Park in Pueblo, Colorado

EPA approves planning for expedited cleanup of Benedict Park

In September 2025, EPA released an approval memo to begin an engineer evaluation/cost analysis for Benedict Park. This analysis will help decide whether a non-time critical removal action is warranted due to unacceptable risks to human health. EPA plans to share the engineering evaluation/cost analysis for public comment in Spring 2026. Read more in the document below.

  • Benedict Park Engineering Evaluation/Cost Analysis Approval Memo 2025 (pdf)(6pp, 4.07 MB)

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In October 2025, EPA updated the residential screening level for lead at Superfund sites. Learn more under Current Site Status. 

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Last updated on February 6, 2026
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