Compton, California
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in Compton face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The nearby Alameda Street Landfill is a primary concern, along with thirty-six other hazardous sites within five miles. These locations contain unspecified substances that can move through the air or soak into the ground. In daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or breathing in dust. Pollutants from industrial areas often stay in the environment for a very long time.
Action Required
Residents must take proactive steps to address environmental health and housing safety. Contact the 7 Seas Collective or the Art And Ecology Studio to learn about local community advocacy and environmental monitoring efforts. For assistance with housing quality or safety concerns related to these hazards, reach out to the Orange County Fair Housing Council, Inc. at 714-569-0823. Alternatively, contact the NHS of Orange County, doing business as NeighborWorks Orange County, at 714-490-1250 for guidance on home safety and resource access. Immediate action is necessary to mitigate the risks associated with this critical hazard zone.
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.