Compton, California
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard score for Compton is a critical 10 out of 10. The Bowman Plating Co Inc Superfund site is only 0.8 miles away and is on the active National Priorities List. This facility handled hazardous chemicals that can get into the air you breathe or the soil where children play. Living near 57 hazardous sites within five miles increases your chance of coming into contact with industrial pollution. This means you must be very careful about local dust and water.
Action Required
You should immediately contact local organizations to discuss environmental safety and housing rights. Reach out to the 7 Seas Collective or the Art And Ecology Studio for information on local environmental advocacy. If you have concerns about your living conditions or housing safety near these industrial zones, contact the Orange County Fair Housing Council, Inc. at 714-569-0823. Alternatively, you can seek assistance through the NHS of Orange County dba Neighborworks Orange County by calling 714-490-1250. Taking these steps helps ensure your family stays protected from local hazardous waste impacts and industrial pollution.
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.