Houma, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Houma faces a high hazard score of 7.6. The Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Corp Station 62 is a Superfund site just 2.8 miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can affect your air and water. Because it is active, chemicals might leak into the ground or move through the wind. This means you should be careful about playing in dirt or using local well water. Staying informed helps keep your family safe from invisible environmental dangers.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Barataria-Terrbonne Estuary Foundation Inc for local environmental safety data and restoration updates. For housing safety concerns or assistance regarding property near the Transco site, contact the HUD Housing Agencies at 1-800-569-4287. Community members may also engage with the First Peoples Conservation Council Of Louisiana to discuss land preservation. Immediate actions include testing private well water for heavy metals and volatile organic compounds. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. Stay informed through local municipal safety meetings.
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.