Washington, District of Columbia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
This area has a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The nearest major threat is the Alexandria Town Gas and Oronoco Outfall Superfund site. Hazardous substances from old industrial work can leak into the ground or water. In your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching soil or using untreated water from the ground. With 51 toxic sites nearby, the risk of coming into contact with dangerous chemicals is very high for everyone.
Action Required
You must take immediate steps to secure your living environment against these environmental hazards. Since no local environmental nonprofits were identified, you should contact federal housing resources for guidance on safe living conditions and tenant rights. Reach out to University Legal Services at 202-547-4747 for assistance with housing safety issues. Alternatively, contact the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization at 202-396-1200. These agencies can provide information on lead-safe housing and help you navigate safety concerns related to the high concentration of nearby industrial and Superfund sites in the District of Columbia.
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.