Steger, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Steger faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 due to extreme industrial density. The 16th and Peoria Exception Superfund site is only 3.9 miles away and contains dangerous amounts of mercury. Mercury is a heavy metal that can enter your body through air, water, or soil. For daily life, this means you must be careful about local dust and water quality. With 57 hazardous sites nearby, the risk of toxic exposure in your neighborhood is very high.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents must take immediate steps to secure safe living conditions. Contact the Chicago Urban League at 773-285-1500 for housing counseling and assistance regarding environmental safety in residential areas. Alternatively, reach out to CEDA of Cook County Inc. at 312-288-8010 for resources on utility assistance and healthy home initiatives. Engaging with local environmental nonprofits like the African Diaspora Foundation can provide community-level advocacy. Document any unusual health symptoms or property concerns. Professional soil and water testing is recommended for all properties within the critical ten-mile radius of the active Superfund locations.
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.