Trexlertown, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Trexlertown faces a critical hazard score due to nearby industrial pollution. The Dorney Road Landfill is the primary Superfund site, located 3.4 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can leak into the environment. For your daily life, this means local soil and water may carry risks. You must be careful about where you play outside or grow food. Pollutants from old landfills often travel through the ground and into the water supply.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Alliance For Sustainable Communities-Lehigh Valley Inc to learn about local environmental safety. For those concerned about property safety near these high-risk zones, contact the Community Action Committee of Lehigh Valley, Inc. at 610-691-5620. You may also reach out to Neighborhood Housing Services of Greater Berks, Inc. at 610-372-8433 for guidance on healthy housing. Request detailed reports on groundwater quality and soil testing if you live near the Dorney Road or Reeser's Landfill sites. Taking proactive steps ensures your family avoids contact with long-term industrial toxins.
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.