Houston, Texas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 77229 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 10 out of 10. The Ellington Field 147 Fighter Wing is a nearby Superfund site located just over three miles away. This active site contains hazardous substances that may have leaked into the local environment. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about the air you breathe and the soil in your yard. Contamination can travel through groundwater or dust, potentially affecting your health over time.
Action Required
Residents must contact local organizations for assistance with environmental safety and housing concerns. The Tejano Center for Community Concerns is available at 713-640-3743 to provide community support for those living near active hazard zones. For housing safety assessments or counseling due to environmental risks, contact the Houston Area Urban League at 713-393-8700. Additionally, the Armand Bayou Nature Center Inc offers resources regarding local ecosystem health. Taking proactive steps through these agencies helps secure your family health and property against the documented critical hazards and unspecified hazardous substances found in the 77229 area.
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.