Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The area around ZIP code 70895 has a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to nearby industrial waste. The Baton Rouge Depot is an active Superfund site only 3.2 miles away. It contains hazardous substances that can leak into the environment. These chemicals might affect the air you breathe or the soil in your yard. Because there are 22 contaminated sites within ten miles, you must be careful about local pollution risks to stay safe and healthy.
Action Required
Contact the Capital Area Corporate Recycling Counsel to learn about local environmental safety and waste programs. If you are concerned about housing safety near the Baton Rouge Depot, call the Mid City Redevelopment Alliance at 225-346-1000 for local guidance. You can also reach the NSC NACA Counseling Subsidiary in Baton Rouge at 225-767-9224 for assistance with housing issues. These groups help residents manage the risks of living near active Superfund sites. Obtaining a private soil test is a vital step for every family in the 70895 ZIP code.
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.