Homewood, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Homewood residents face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0. The 16th and Peoria Exception Superfund site is located only 3.9 miles away and contains dangerous mercury. Mercury is a heavy metal that stays in the soil and water for a very long time. It can travel through the air or get into the food chain. You should avoid playing in unknown dirt or eating local fish because these chemicals can damage your brain and nervous system.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Chicago Urban League at 773-285-1500 or CEDA of Cook County Inc. at 312-288-8010 for housing assistance and environmental health advocacy. These agencies provide resources for families living near high-risk industrial zones. Additionally, the African Diaspora Foundation and the Blackfoot Conversation Foundation offer community-based environmental support. You must request a professional lead and heavy metal screening for your property if you live within the five-mile radius of the 16th and Peoria Exception site. Document all local industrial odors and report them to regional authorities immediately to ensure public safety.
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.