Maywood, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Maywood faces a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0. The 16th and Peoria Exception site is the nearest Superfund location, sitting less than four miles away. This area contains dangerous levels of mercury, a heavy metal. Mercury can seep into the soil and water near your home. Touching or breathing mercury vapors is harmful to your brain and kidneys. You must stay away from industrial zones and report any metallic spills to local authorities immediately.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their housing and health. Contact the Chicago Urban League at 773-285-1500 for assistance with housing safety and environmental justice resources. You may also reach out to CEDA of Cook County Inc. at 312-288-8010 to inquire about lead and heavy metal mitigation programs available for low-income households. Engage with 350 Kishwaukee to join local environmental advocacy efforts. Verify your property soil safety through professional testing if you live near the South Mozart Mercury Spill or Chicago Smelting zones. Document all health symptoms related to respiratory or neurological distress.
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.