Sun, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Sun, Louisiana faces a high hazard score of 6.6 due to its proximity to the Colonial Creosote Superfund site. This site is located eight miles away and is currently active on the National Priorities List. The main threats are Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons, or PAHs. These chemicals come from burning wood or oil and can stick to soil or enter the water. For daily life, this means being careful about dust and checking local water quality reports regularly.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents must take proactive steps to secure their living environment and stay informed about local land use. Contact Bogalusa Rebirth at 985-735-7283 for assistance with housing quality and community development programs near these industrial zones. For those seeking housing stability or remediation resources in the wider St. Tammany area, Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West is available at 985-888-1214. Additionally, engaging with the Capital Resource Conservation And Development Council Inc can provide insights into local soil and water protection efforts. Staying connected with these organizations ensures updated information on regional safety.
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.