Chicago, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The 16TH & PEORIA EXCEPTION Superfund site is a critical danger to your neighborhood. This area contains mercury, a heavy metal that does not go away on its own. Mercury is a poison that can hurt your brain and nervous system if you breathe it in or touch it. Because there are many other industrial sites nearby, the risk is very high. You must be careful about the dust in your home and the soil in your yard to stay safe.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure safe housing and environmental advocacy. Contact the Chicago Urban League at 773-285-1500 for assistance with housing quality and health resources. Alternatively, contact CEDA of Cook County Inc. at 312-288-8010 to inquire about heavy metal mitigation programs for local residences. For broader environmental protection efforts, engage with the Alliance For Water Efficiency Nfp to learn about local water safety. Documentation of property contamination should be shared with these agencies to expedite remediation requests and secure necessary health screenings for all household members.
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.