Bowie, Maryland
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Bowie faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The NASA Goddard Space Flight Center is a nearby Superfund site only 3.5 miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through groundwater or soil. In daily life, this means chemicals from past industrial activities might affect the water you drink or the air you breathe. With fifteen industrial sites nearby, residents must be careful about local environmental pollution and its potential effects on long-term health.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against local toxins. Contact Advocates For Herring Bay to participate in local environmental advocacy and monitoring efforts. For those concerned about property safety or housing stability in contaminated zones, reach out to HUD-approved agencies for guidance. Contact University Legal Services in Washington at 202-547-4747 or the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization at 202-396-1200. These organizations provide resources for residents navigating the health and financial impacts of living near active Superfund sites like NASA Goddard. Proactive engagement with these groups ensures informed decision-making regarding local safety.
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.