South Holland, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
South Holland faces a critical safety score of 10.0 due to extreme industrial density. The 16th and Peoria Exception Superfund site is located only 3.9 miles away and contains dangerous levels of mercury. Mercury is a heavy metal that can damage your brain, nerves, and kidneys. In daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. With 57 hazardous sites within five miles, the cumulative risk of chemical exposure is very high for residents.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact the Chicago Urban League at 773-285-1500 to discuss housing safety and environmental justice resources. Additionally, CEDA of Cook County Inc. at 312-288-8010 provides assistance for families living in high-risk areas. For community advocacy, engage with the African Diaspora Foundation to support local environmental cleanup initiatives. Prioritize a professional mercury inspection for your property if you reside within the 60473 ZIP code. Document all health symptoms potentially related to heavy metal exposure and share them with local health officials to ensure proper incident tracking and medical response.
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.