Washington, District of Columbia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Alexandria Town Gas and Oronoco Outfall Superfund site creates a critical safety threat for this area. While the site is nearly five miles away, the hazard score is at the highest possible level. Unspecified hazardous substances from industrial waste can move through groundwater or soil. In your daily life, this means you must be careful about local water quality and outdoor air. With over fifty hazardous sites nearby, chemical exposure is a serious long-term risk for every resident.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against these critical hazards. Contact University Legal Services at 202-547-4747 for assistance with housing safety inspections and tenant rights regarding environmental contamination. For community-level advocacy and education on local pollution, engage with 350 Org to support broader cleanup initiatives. You may also reach out to the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization at 202-396-1200 for resources on healthy housing and urban development programs. Taking these actions ensures you have the legal and technical support necessary to navigate the risks posed by these active Superfund sites and nearby industrial zones.
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.