Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The 70809 area faces a critical environmental safety score of 10.0 due to nearby hazardous locations. The Adventist Academy Mercury Spill is the primary Superfund site impacting this community. Mercury and other hazardous substances can be very dangerous if they get into the air or soil. For daily life, this means being careful about where children play and tracking the quality of local water. These toxins can harm your brain or nervous system if you are exposed to them often.
Action Required
Residents should contact local organizations to discuss environmental safety and housing protections. For guidance on community sustainability and environmental impact, reach out to the Capital Area Corporate Recycling Counsel. For housing concerns related to proximity to these sites, contact the Mid City Redevelopment Alliance at 225-346-1000. Alternatively, the NSC NACA Counseling Subsidiary in Baton Rouge is available at 225-767-9224 to assist with housing stability and safety inquiries. Taking immediate steps to document property conditions and seeking expert advice from these agencies ensures better protection against the health risks posed by local hazardous substances.
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.