Los Angeles, California
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 90189 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Western Lead Products Company, also known as Quemetco, is a nearby Superfund site currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances from this site and 74 others within five miles can enter your air, soil, and water. Daily life in this area requires extra caution because invisible pollutants may cause long-term health problems. Avoid playing in dirt or using local groundwater to stay safe.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate action to address housing safety and environmental justice concerns. Contact the Orange County Fair Housing Council, Inc. in Santa Ana at 714-569-0823 for assistance with tenant rights and habitability issues related to local contamination. Alternatively, reach out to NHS of Orange County dba NeighborWorks Orange County in Orange at 714-490-1250 for guidance on property safety and community resources. These organizations provide support for navigating the complexities of living near active Superfund sites. Secure professional soil testing if you own property near the Normandy Mound Cal Trans site or other local industrial facilities.
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.