Washington, District of Columbia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard score for the 20444 area is 10.0, which is critical. The Alexandria Town Gas and Oronoco Outfall site is less than five miles away. This Superfund site contains dangerous chemicals from an old gas plant. These substances can move through the ground and water, reaching the places where you live and work. With 51 hazardous sites nearby, the pollution levels are very high. These contaminants can harm your health if you breathe or touch them daily.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate action to protect their health and housing rights due to the critical environmental hazard score. You should contact University Legal Services at 202-547-4747 to receive assistance with housing safety and environmental justice concerns. You may also contact the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization at 202-396-1200 for local resources regarding community safety and healthy living environments. These organizations provide the necessary support to navigate the risks associated with living near 51 active hazardous sites. Contacting these agencies is a vital step in securing a safer residence within the 20444 ZIP code.
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.