Lafayette, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The safety rating for Lafayette ZIP 70598 is a critical 8.2 out of 10. The Omni Craft Superfund site sits only 2.8 miles from this area. Because the site contains hazardous substances, daily life requires extra caution. These chemicals can move through the soil and water without being seen. Residents should avoid playing in nearby industrial ditches or eating food grown in untreated soil. Protecting your health means staying away from fenced industrial zones where dangerous materials were handled or stored.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Bayou Vermilion Preservation Association Inc to learn about local water quality initiatives and environmental protection efforts in Lafayette. For those concerned about property safety or housing stability near industrial zones, direct assistance is available through local agencies. Contact the Lafayette Community Action Agency at 337-234-3272-203 for social services and housing support. Alternatively, reach the Lafayette Consolidated Government Neighborhood Counseling Services at 337-291-5450 for guidance on residential safety and community resources. Engaging with these organizations helps ensure your family remains protected while the Omni Craft site undergoes remediation.
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.