Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Baton Rouge Mercury Superfund site is located just four miles from your area, contributing to a critical hazard score of 10.0. Hazardous substances in the soil and water near these locations can enter your home through dust or local runoff. Exposure to mercury and other toxins can damage your nervous system and affect children's development. Because there are twenty-one industrial sites within ten miles, you must be careful about contact with local soil and untreated ground water sources.
Action Required
Residents should contact local organizations to address environmental health and housing safety. For assistance with sustainable living and land use, reach out to the Baton Rouge Garden Center Inc. If you require housing counseling or need to discuss how local contamination affects your property, contact the Mid City Redevelopment Alliance at 225-346-1000. Additionally, the NSC (NACA Counseling Subsidiary) in Baton Rouge provides resources at 225-767-9224. Engaging with the Capital Area Corporate Recycling Counsel can also help reduce local waste hazards. Immediate action is necessary to minimize long-term exposure in this critical hazard zone.
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.