North East, Maryland
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
North East, Maryland, faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Elkton Sparkler Superfund site is only four miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. Because this site is still active, chemicals could be in the soil or moving through the water underground. This means you must be very careful about where children play and where you get your water. These pollutants can build up in the environment and may eventually cause long-term health problems for your family.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to monitor local water quality and land use. Contact the Elk and North East Rivers Watershed Association to learn about current water testing initiatives and environmental monitoring in your specific neighborhood. For those concerned about property safety or housing stability near these high-risk zones, reach out to YWCA Delaware at 302-655-0039 or Neighborhood House, Incorporated at 302-658-5404. These HUD-approved agencies provide guidance on safe housing. Coordination with the Cecil Land Trust can also provide information on protected areas and potential environmental conservation efforts nearby to mitigate local industrial impact.
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.