Canton, Ohio
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Families in Canton face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0 due to intense industrial pollution. The Canton Wood Products Superfund site is only 1.6 miles away and contains hazardous substances that may impact your health. These chemicals can enter the air you breathe or the soil where children play. Living near ten different toxic sites means you must be very careful. Contamination often moves through groundwater, potentially affecting local environments and the safety of your daily outdoor activities.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to protect your household from these critical environmental risks. Residents should contact Friends Of Stark Parks to learn about local land conservation and environmental safety initiatives in the Canton area. If you are concerned about how these toxic sites affect your property values or housing safety, reach out to the Fair Housing Contact Service at 330-376-6191 or the Mustard Seed Development Center at 330-631-0350. These agencies provide essential guidance on housing rights and safety standards for families living near high-risk Superfund zones.
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.