Jackson, Mississippi
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 39289 area face a high environmental hazard score of 7.8 out of 10. The Hinds Wood Preserving Co. Superfund site is located only four miles away and remains active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances from former industrial wood treatment can soak into the ground or move through local water systems. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking untreated well water to avoid toxic chemical exposure risks.
Action Required
Concerned residents should immediately contact local organizations for advocacy and housing assistance. Reach out to Citizens For Economic Empowermentdevelopment And A Air Water And Soi to participate in local environmental safety initiatives. For housing stability and safety concerns, contact the Mississippi Housing Partnership, Inc. at 601-969-1895. Alternatively, you may contact the West Jackson CDC at 601-946-9310 for guidance on property safety and community development. Taking these steps ensures you have access to professional resources and updated information regarding the hazardous conditions at the Hinds Wood Preserving Co. site and surrounding areas in the Jackson Mississippi region beginning today without delay.
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.