Washington, District of Columbia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Alexandria Town Gas and Oronoco Outfall site near your location is a serious environmental threat. This area is rated as a critical danger because of hazardous substances in the ground and water. These pollutants can move through the soil and air into your neighborhood. For daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or breathing dust during construction. Drinking water and local gardens could also be affected by these invisible chemical dangers nearby.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their housing safety. Contact University Legal Services at 202-547-4747 to discuss your rights regarding environmental hazards and habitability in Washington. You can also reach out to the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization at 202-396-1200 for assistance with housing resources and local health advocacy. For community-led environmental initiatives, engage with 350 Org to participate in regional safety planning. Document all health symptoms and report unusual odors to the EPA immediately to ensure your household remains protected from the surrounding hazardous 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.