Rockwood, Michigan
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents of Rockwood face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Ford Motor Company – Flat Rock Assembly plant is only 1.6 miles away and is an active Superfund site. This facility has released petroleum hydrocarbons into the local environment. These chemicals can seep into the soil and groundwater. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking untreated water. These pollutants can cause odors and long-term health problems if not managed.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their property and health. Contact the Alliance Of Rouge Communities for specific environmental data regarding local water quality and watershed protection. For housing assistance or legal advice regarding environmental displacement and property rights, reach out to Wayne County Neighborhood Legal Services Michigan at 313-964-1975. Alternatively, the Monroe County Opportunity Program is available at 734-241-2775 for those requiring emergency relocation or housing support. Document all health symptoms and property concerns to facilitate future claims or assistance requests through these established local resources.
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.