Shreveport, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Shreveport ZIP 71137 faces a critical environmental hazard score of 9.6 out of 10. The AEP Fortson Transformer site is a major source of concern only 5.7 miles away. This site contains Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons, which are toxic chemicals from industrial processes. In your daily life, these pollutants can stay in the soil and dust. If you breathe them in or touch contaminated ground, they can harm your health. Stay alert to dust levels and local water quality.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact The Highland Center Corporation in Shreveport at 318-673-8440 for housing assistance and safety guidance. For residents near the site, the Multi-Cultural Development Center Housing Counseling Agency in Bossier City is available at 318-741-5941. These organizations provide resources for families living near high-hazard zones. Additionally, the American Rose Society and Bistineau Foundation serve as local environmental contacts. Reach out to these HUD-approved agencies today to discuss relocation options or home safety inspections to protect your household from local industrial contaminants.
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.