Peoria, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The 61605 area of Peoria faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The 182nd Airlift Wing IL Air National Guard site is a major concern less than four miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or water. For your daily life, this means dust or water near industrial zones could be unsafe. You must be careful about where children play and avoid contact with soil near old industrial properties to stay safe.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against local toxins. Contact Peoria Wilds N F P to learn about local land conservation and environmental advocacy efforts. For housing-related safety concerns or assistance in relocating from high-risk zones, contact the HUD-approved agency METEC at 309-676-3832. You can also reach out to Navicore Solutions at 866-472-4557 for financial counseling related to housing safety. Active participation in community groups like the American Federation of Labor & Congress of Industrial Orgs can help pressure for faster cleanup of the 182nd Airlift Wing site.
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.