Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The 2021 Mon River Drum Site is a critical hazard located 2.4 miles from your home. The EPA warns of unspecified hazardous substances that may affect your daily life. These chemicals can move through the ground or the river, potentially contaminating water or soil in your neighborhood. Because there are twenty waste sites nearby, you must be careful. Avoid touching river mud and follow all local safety alerts to keep your family safe from invisible industrial pollution and chemical exposure.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact the Allegheny County Conservation District for detailed local environmental impact reports and soil testing resources. For those concerned about housing safety or relocation assistance due to proximity to the 2021 Mon River Drum Site, contact the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh at 412-227-4802. Alternatively, residents in the eastern corridor can reach the Mon Valley Initiative at 412-464-4000 to discuss community safety programs. These organizations provide the necessary guidance to navigate the health risks associated with living in a critical hazard zone with twenty nearby Superfund sites.
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS).
This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.