HACH CO

Parent Company: VERALTO CORP

100 DAYTON AVE, AMES, Iowa 50010

Area Score76/100PoorPoor

Pollution Risk

76

Based on 11 TRI facilities in zip code 50010

Water Quality

98

16 violations recorded

Air Quality

52

County-level EPA AQS data for STORY

Facility Information

Full Address
100 DAYTON AVE
City
AMES
State
Iowa
Zip Code
50010
County
STORY
EPA TRI ID
50010HCHCM100DA
Coordinates
42.0208°N, 93.5817°W
Parent Company
VERALTO CORP

Water Quality in 50010

Total Violations

16

Health Violations

4

Contaminants Found

5

Water Safety Score

98/100

Contaminants Detected:

Code 7500OtherGross AlphaCode 8000Disinfectant Residual

Should You Be Concerned About HACH CO?

HACH COis registered in the EPA's Toxic Release Inventory (TRI). This means the facility reports handling, releasing, or transferring toxic chemicals as part of its operations. However, the overall environmental safety score for this area is 76/100 — indicating that despite the presence of this facility, the surrounding environment remains relatively healthy.

Water quality in zip code 50010 is good (98/100), suggesting that despite the TRI facility, drinking water hasn't been significantly impacted.

This zip code has 11 total TRI facilities, which is a high concentration that compounds environmental health risks — each facility contributes pollutants that may interact in ways individual facility data doesn't capture. Areas with multiple TRI sites tend to have higher rates of respiratory issues and environmental sensitivity, according to EPA research.

What you can do: Check your home's water quality with an annual test kit, monitor local air quality alerts, and review the full Iowa pollution report for broader context. VERALTO CORP operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near HACH CO

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in AMES, Iowa (50010) means potential exposure to industrial pollutants through air, water, and soil. While not every facility creates immediate health risks, long-term proximity warrants awareness and proactive steps.

Water Testing

Even with acceptable municipal water scores, homes near industrial sites should test annually for contaminants that may leach through groundwater. This is especially important for homes built before 1990 or those on well water in the 50010 area. Testing kits are available through your county health department or certified labs.

Air Quality Monitoring

Monitor daily AQI (Air Quality Index) at airnow.gov, particularly on hot, stagnant days when ground-level pollutants concentrate. If you notice unusual odors or visible emissions from HACH CO, report them to Iowa's environmental agency.

When to Consult a Doctor

Speak with your physician if you experience persistent respiratory symptoms (chronic cough, wheezing, shortness of breath), unexplained headaches, skin irritation, or unusual fatigue — particularly if these worsen when you're at home. Mention your proximity to a TRI facility so they can order appropriate screening. Vulnerable populations — children, elderly, pregnant women, and those with asthma — should be especially vigilant.

Data sources: EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA Air Quality System (AQS). Facility ID: 50010HCHCM100DA. Last updated: August 2026.