Hackberry, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Hackberry, LA residents (ZIP 70645): The US DOE West Hackberry SPR site has petroleum chemicals in the ground. These chemicals can be harmful. For your family’s safety: * Don’t drink well water unless it’s tested. * Avoid gardening directly in the soil. * If you smell gas-like odors, limit outdoor time, especially for kids. * Keep children from playing in untested dirt. Stay updated on cleanup efforts to protect against breathing issues or getting sick from contaminated water or soil.
Action Required
Hackberry residents (70645), protect your community! For environmental concerns, connect with local groups: – Cenla Daylily Society: For nature and beautification initiatives. – Dequincy Garden Club Inc: For green spaces and community gardening. – Lake Area Industry Alliance: For industrial environmental impact information. Need housing assistance or HUD resources? Call HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. **Concrete Next Step:** Choose one organization that aligns with your environmental interest and reach out to them this week to learn how you can get involved.
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.