Lexington Park, Maryland
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Lexington Park faces a critical environmental hazard score of 8.7 out of 10. The Patuxent River Naval Air Station is a nearby Superfund site located only 2.7 miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and well water. These pollutants can harm your health if you touch or breathe them in over a long period of time.
Action Required
Residents seeking housing assistance or environmental guidance should contact local organizations immediately. For housing-related concerns and safety resources, call the Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action agency in Hughesville at 301-274-4474. They provide essential services for families in the Lexington Park area. Additionally, you can support local conservation and land safety efforts by reaching out to the American Chestnut Land Trust Inc. Engaging with these local resources ensures you stay informed about the environmental health of your community and have access to necessary support systems for maintaining a safe living environment.
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.