Chicago, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY The hazard score for ZIP code 60663 is 10.0 out of 10, indicating a critical environmental risk. The 16th and Peoria Exception is the nearest active Superfund site. This location contains mercury, a dangerous heavy metal. In your daily life, mercury can get into the air you breathe or the water you drink. It is important to stay away from old industrial areas. High levels of mercury can hurt how your brain and body grow or work properly.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environments against heavy metal exposure. Contact the Chicago Urban League at 773-285-1500 for assistance with housing safety and environmental justice resources. Alternatively, contact CEDA of Cook County Inc. at 312-288-8010 to inquire about health-related home interventions and support services. For broader conservation and water safety efforts, engage with the Alliance For Water Efficiency Nfp. Monitoring local soil and water quality through these agencies helps mitigate the risks posed by the high density of industrial sites within the 60663 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.