Erie, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in ZIP code 16563 face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The East Avenue Study Area is the nearest Superfund site, located less than three miles away. Hazardous substances at this site and nearby industrial areas can pollute the air you breathe and the soil in your yard. This means you must be careful when playing outside or gardening. Toxic chemicals from these locations can cause long-term health problems for children and adults.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to secure your living environment. Contact the Environmental Community Organization For Sustainability to learn about local air and water quality monitoring initiatives. If you are concerned about lead exposure or housing safety, reach out to Saint Martin Center, Inc at 814-452-6113 for assistance. You may also contact the Greater Erie Community Action Agency at 814-459-4581-406 for resources regarding healthy homes and environmental justice programs. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to local environmental health officials to ensure proper oversight of these active 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.