Waukegan, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Waukegan faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to many nearby toxic areas. The AB Specialty Silicones site is less than two miles from your home and is listed as an active Superfund site. Hazardous substances from this and seventeen other nearby locations can enter the air you breathe and the soil where children play. Living near these sites means you must stay alert about local water quality and avoid touching dirt in unpaved industrial zones near the speedway.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Lake County Housing Authority at 847-223-1170 to discuss safe housing options or potential relocation assistance if they live in high-risk zones. For those interested in local environmental restoration and community safety advocacy, reaching out to the Ancient Oaks Foundation provides a way to engage with ecological health initiatives. It is also advisable to contact the Housing Opportunity Development Corporation at 847-564-2900 for additional resources regarding habitability and tenant rights in areas with high environmental hazard scores. Immediate engagement with these organizations ensures you receive updated safety information and professional guidance.
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.