Lake Charles, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 70615 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Lake Charles NRG site is located less than two miles from your home. This area contains hazardous substances that can move through the air, soil, or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching soil or drinking water that has not been tested. These pollutants can cause long-term health problems for families if they are not properly managed.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Lake Area Industry Alliance to stay informed about local environmental monitoring and industrial safety protocols. For those concerned about the impact of these hazards on their property or housing stability, contact the CALCASIEU PARISH HOUSING COUNSELING AGENCY in Lake Charles at 337-721-4030. This agency provides guidance on safe housing and can help navigate the risks associated with living near a critical hazard zone. Immediate action is necessary to ensure your home remains a safe environment given the high density of active Superfund sites in the immediate 70615 vicinity.
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.