Gaithersburg, Maryland
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Gaithersburg – Control Superfund site creates a critical danger level of 10.0 for your area. Because it contains unspecified hazardous substances, you must be very careful with the soil and water near your home. These chemicals can enter your body if you breathe them in or touch them. This site is currently active and sits only 3.2 miles away. Protecting your family means staying away from industrial zones and keeping your home clean of outside dust.
Action Required
Contact 350 Montgomery County Inc or the American Center For Life Cycle Assessment to engage with local environmental advocacy and monitoring efforts. If you are concerned about how these environmental hazards impact your housing safety or legal rights, reach out to University Legal Services at 202-547-4747 or the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization at 202-396-1200. These organizations provide resources for residents facing critical environmental threats. You must document any unusual health symptoms or property changes and request updated soil quality reports from local authorities to ensure your living environment remains habitable and safe.
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.