EPA Superfund Site

OCHOA FERTILIZER CO.

PR | EPA ID PRD091171264

About this site’s exposure pathways: As of January 2025, the Ochoa Fertilizer Co. Superfund Site is considered “Current Human Exposure Not Under Control” due to Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) soil contamination on residential properties. Past site activities include the manufacturing of sulfuric acid, ammonia compounds, and fertilizers. Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs) have entered into an agreement with EPA to perform the removal of PCB contaminated materials from the affected properties and sampling to determine if any additional properties may be affected. In addition, a Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study (RI/FS) will be conducted to determine the nature and extent of contamination for the entire site. Once the RI is completed, a risk assessment will be prepared to determine the potential impact of remaining contaminants to human health and the environment.

EPA currently anticipates that human exposure will be under control by September 2029, when the Record of Decision (ROD) is signed.

EPA ensures community participation throughout the remedial process by meeting with residents and affected stakeholders, issuing public notices and updating fact sheets. A site profile has been established on the EPA website to keep the community informed of recent progress at the site. Additionally, an EPA Community Involvement Coordinator is assigned to the site and can address specific community concerns as they arise.