Columbus, Ohio
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY The 43223 area in Columbus has a dangerous safety score of 10.0. The Alum Creek Bike Path Drum Site is a nearby Superfund site that contains hazardous waste. These chemicals can seep into the soil or blow through the air as dust. Living near twelve different hazard sites means your health is at risk. You should be very careful when playing outside or gardening. This pollution can affect your daily life by contaminating the local environment and water.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents should immediately contact local agencies to address environmental safety in their homes. For assistance with housing quality and safety, call Homes on the Hill in Columbus at 614-275-4663. You can also reach the Columbus Housing Partnership, Inc., also known as Homeport, at 614-221-8889 extension 4826. For community-led environmental support, contact the Acc Red Brick Foundation or the Aor Foundation. These organizations help residents navigate the risks of living near critical hazard sites. Taking these steps is the best way to ensure your family remains safe from local industrial toxins.
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.