Federal Way, Washington
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Federal Way area near ZIP 98093 faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The US DOE BPA Covington Substation is a nearby Superfund site located only 2.6 miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can contaminate local soil or groundwater. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching bare dirt or drinking untreated water. These hidden chemicals can cause serious long-term health problems if you are exposed regularly.
Action Required
Residents of Federal Way should contact local organizations to address environmental and housing safety concerns. Reach out to Acorn For Tomorrow or Anua for information on local environmental advocacy and soil testing resources. If you are concerned about how these environmental hazards affect your property value or housing security, contact the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle at 206-461-3792. Alternatively, you can reach HomeSight at 206-760-4205 for housing counseling and assistance. These agencies provide critical support for families living in high-risk zones near active Superfund sites like the Covington Substation.
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.