Chicago, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 60613 area face a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The 16TH & PEORIA EXCEPTION is the closest Superfund site, located less than four miles away. This site is contaminated with mercury, a dangerous heavy metal. Mercury can enter your body if you touch polluted soil or eat fish from nearby water. It can harm your brain, kidneys, and lungs. Because 57 industrial sites sit within five miles, you must take local pollution seriously.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary to protect your household from environmental toxins. Contact the Alliance For Water Efficiency Nfp for guidance on local water safety and conservation. For residents requiring assistance with healthy housing conditions or relocation support, reach out to the CEDA OF COOK COUNTY INC. at 312-288-8010. You may also contact the CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE at 773-285-1500 for resources regarding community advocacy and environmental justice. These organizations provide critical support for navigating the risks associated with the high density of Superfund sites and industrial spills surrounding the 60613 area.
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.