Mc Lean, Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Your area in McLean has a critical safety rating of ten out of ten. The Carderock Division Naval Surface Warfare Center is an active Superfund site only three miles away. It contains hazardous substances that can move through the ground and water. These toxins might enter your backyard or the water you use. There are forty-five other waste sites nearby that also pose risks. You must be careful about local soil and water to keep families safe.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to address housing and environmental concerns in McLean. Contact the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization at 202-396-1200 for assistance with residential safety programs and environmental health advocacy. Residents should also consult University Legal Services at 202-547-4747 for information regarding property rights and legal protections in areas near active Superfund sites. Additionally, connecting with the Acorn Garden Club can provide community-specific information on maintaining safe local greenery. Engaging with these resources helps mitigate the risks posed by the Carderock Division Naval Surface Warfare Center and surrounding industrial hazards.
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.