Oil City, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY (80 words) Oil City faces a high hazard score of 7.3 out of 10. The American Recycling Company is a nearby Superfund site located only 3.6 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that could harm the environment. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. Pollutants from industrial recycling can sometimes leak into the ground. Avoid playing in or consuming water from unknown local sources to stay safe from hidden chemicals.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED (100 words) Residents should contact the Louisiana Greater Caddo Lake Association to learn more about local water quality and environmental conservation efforts in Oil City. For those concerned about how environmental hazards affect their property or housing stability, reach out to the Multi-Cultural Development Center Housing Counseling Agency (MCDC) at 318-741-5941. Alternatively, the Highland Center Corporation in nearby Shreveport provides housing assistance and can be reached at 318-673-8440. These organizations offer localized support and information to help you navigate the risks associated with the nearby Superfund site and ensure your home remains a safe environment.
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.