Ladd, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Ladd faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Carus Corp LaSalle Site is located only 6.8 miles away. This active Superfund site contains radium, which is a radioactive material. For your daily life, this means dangerous particles could be in the soil or groundwater. You should be careful about where you play outside or where your water comes from. Radioactive materials can cause serious health problems over time if you are exposed to them frequently in your community.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to address the critical 10.0 hazard rating in Ladd. You should contact the Depue Citizens Advisory Group to receive updates on local remediation efforts and environmental advocacy. For those concerned about the safety of their housing or seeking lead and hazard abatement resources, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Additionally, engaging with Conserve Our Rural Ecosystem provides a platform for community-led environmental monitoring. Documenting local soil conditions and participating in public health forums ensures that your household remains informed about the evolving risks from the Carus Corp LaSalle Site and surrounding contaminated areas.
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.