Houston, Texas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 77234 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Ellington Field 147 Fighter Wing is a nearby Superfund site currently active with hazardous substances. These chemicals can move through the air or soak into the soil and groundwater. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking untreated well water. Staying informed about local pollution helps keep your family safe from invisible toxins in the environment.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against local hazardous exposure. Contact the Tejano Center for Community Concerns at 713-640-3743 for assistance with housing safety and community resources. Additionally, the Houston Area Urban League at 713-393-8700 provides support for urban residents navigating environmental and economic challenges. For ecological education and local conservation efforts, engage with the Armand Bayou Nature Center Inc. Document any unusual health symptoms and report them to local environmental health officials while seeking professional guidance on soil and water testing for your specific property.
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.