Washington, District of Columbia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY The hazardous score for ZIP code 20469 is a critical 10.0. Your location is 4.9 miles from the Alexandria Town Gas and Oronoco Outfall Superfund site. Over fifty hazardous areas exist within five miles of this center. These sites contain dangerous chemicals that move through soil or water. This means you must be careful about local environmental pollution. Daily exposure to these substances can harm your health and impact the safety of your long-term physical well-being.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Immediate steps are necessary to ensure your housing remains safe and legally compliant given the high hazard score. Contact University Legal Services at 202-547-4747 for assistance with environmental housing rights and safety advocacy. Additionally, the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization can be reached at 202-396-1200 to discuss local resources and community health initiatives. These organizations provide critical support for residents navigating the complexities of living near federally designated Superfund sites. Seek a professional environmental assessment if you suspect your property has been directly impacted by the surrounding fifty-one hazardous locations in this district.
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.