TRINITY INDUSTRIES INC PLANT 70

Parent Company: TRINITY INDUSTRIES INC

2705 STATE ST, CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Illinois 60411

Area Score88/100Very PoorVery Poor

Pollution Risk

100

Based on 29 TRI facilities in zip code 60411

Water Quality

100

615 violations recorded

Air Quality

61

County-level EPA AQS data for COOK

Facility Information

Full Address
2705 STATE ST
City
CHICAGO HEIGHTS
State
Illinois
Zip Code
60411
County
COOK
EPA TRI ID
60411TRNTY2705S
Coordinates
41.4908°N, 87.6158°W
Parent Company
TRINITY INDUSTRIES INC

Water Quality in 60411

Total Violations

615

Health Violations

5

Contaminants Found

15

Water Safety Score

100/100

Contaminants Detected:

OtherCode 8000ChlorineDisinfectant ResidualTTHMTrichloroethylene (TCE)Code 5200Code 7500PFOAPFOS

Should You Be Concerned About TRINITY INDUSTRIES INC PLANT 70?

TRINITY INDUSTRIES INC PLANT 70is registered in the EPA's Toxic Release Inventory (TRI). This means the facility reports handling, releasing, or transferring toxic chemicals as part of its operations. However, the overall environmental safety score for this area is 88/100 — indicating that despite the presence of this facility, the surrounding environment remains relatively healthy.

Water quality in zip code 60411 is good (100/100), suggesting that despite the TRI facility, drinking water hasn't been significantly impacted.

This zip code has 29 total TRI facilities, which is a high concentration that compounds environmental health risks — each facility contributes pollutants that may interact in ways individual facility data doesn't capture. Areas with multiple TRI sites tend to have higher rates of respiratory issues and environmental sensitivity, according to EPA research.

What you can do: Check your home's water quality with an annual test kit, monitor local air quality alerts, and review the full Illinois pollution report for broader context. TRINITY INDUSTRIES INC operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near TRINITY INDUSTRIES INC PLANT 70

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Illinois (60411) means potential exposure to industrial pollutants through air, water, and soil. While not every facility creates immediate health risks, long-term proximity warrants awareness and proactive steps.

Water Testing

Even with acceptable municipal water scores, homes near industrial sites should test annually for contaminants that may leach through groundwater. This is especially important for homes built before 1990 or those on well water in the 60411 area. Testing kits are available through your county health department or certified labs.

Air Quality Monitoring

Monitor daily AQI (Air Quality Index) at airnow.gov, particularly on hot, stagnant days when ground-level pollutants concentrate. If you notice unusual odors or visible emissions from TRINITY INDUSTRIES INC PLANT 70, report them to Illinois's environmental agency.

When to Consult a Doctor

Speak with your physician if you experience persistent respiratory symptoms (chronic cough, wheezing, shortness of breath), unexplained headaches, skin irritation, or unusual fatigue — particularly if these worsen when you're at home. Mention your proximity to a TRI facility so they can order appropriate screening. Vulnerable populations — children, elderly, pregnant women, and those with asthma — should be especially vigilant.

Data sources: EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA Air Quality System (AQS). Facility ID: 60411TRNTY2705S. Last updated: August 2026.