Keokuk, IA – The results of an environmental analysis on a property across from Lincoln Elementary in Keokuk could be known in about one month. Environmental consultant, John Brimeyer, says the soil samples, taken yesterday, will be tested to determine what, if any, site clean-up is needed. The property was home to a gas station, several decades ago, which Brimeyer says could result in contamination because of the large storage tanks. Brimeyer says the property is a Brownfield site, which means there either could be or already is soil contamination. He says the study must be conducted so that environmental requirements for development can be met.
You can hear more with Environmental Consultant John Brimeyer by clicking the audio link above.
Additional Information
* The Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission is applying for $1,200,000 to address Brownfields and other environmental projects.
* Other Brownfield locations in Keokuk include the Ferro-Sil Property, the old Foundry, and the former Keokuk landfill.