Delaware City, Delaware
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Delaware City faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Army Creek Landfill is a major Superfund site located only 4.1 miles away. Hazardous substances from this area can move through the ground and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about the soil and water around your home. Pollution can stay in the environment for a long time. There are ten dangerous sites within five miles of your home, making this a high-risk area.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Advance America Foundation or Apis Academy Inc to learn about local environmental advocacy and soil testing programs. If you have concerns about the safety of your housing or need relocation assistance due to environmental hazards, contact the Urban League of Philadelphia at 215-985-3220. You may also reach out to the Unemployment Information Center at 215-557-0822 for guidance on resources available to affected communities. Engaging with the Arasapha Garden Club Inc can provide information on safe gardening practices in areas with known soil contamination issues.
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.