Anchorage, Alaska
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard score for Anchorage ZIP 99530 is 10.0, which is a critical level. The Alaska Cleaners site on West 4th and I Street is a major threat located less than a mile away. This area contains many old cleaning sites that leaked chemicals into the ground. These hazardous substances move through the soil and can enter the water or the air inside buildings. For people living nearby, this means everyday activities might expose you to toxins that cause illness.
Action Required
Residents in the 99530 area should contact the Ahtna Intertribal Resource Commission for localized environmental advocacy and information regarding soil safety. For questions about housing safety and tenant protections in contaminated zones, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. You may also consult the Anchorage Audubon Society for data on local ecosystem health. Immediate action is necessary due to the critical 10.0 hazard score. Request a site-specific safety briefing or assistance with relocation resources if you live within the 0.6 mile radius of the Alaska Cleaners Superfund site.
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.