LITTON APPLIED TECH DIV GRANTS PASS OPERATIONS

Parent Company: LITTON INDUSTRIES INC

1636 NW WASHINGTON BLVD, GRANTS PASS, Oregon 97526

Area Score62/100PoorPoor

Pollution Risk

61

Based on 8 TRI facilities in zip code 97526

Water Quality

86

77 violations recorded

Air Quality

36

County-level EPA AQS data for JOSEPHINE

Facility Information

Full Address
1636 NW WASHINGTON BLVD
City
GRANTS PASS
State
Oregon
Zip Code
97526
County
JOSEPHINE
EPA TRI ID
97526LTTNP1636N
Coordinates
42.4588°N, 123.3241°W
Parent Company
LITTON INDUSTRIES INC

Water Quality in 97526

Total Violations

77

Health Violations

3

Contaminants Found

15

Water Safety Score

86/100

Contaminants Detected:

TTHMCode 7500OtherDisinfectant ResidualCode 8000BariumRadium-228Gross AlphaRadium-226Code 2005

Should You Be Concerned About LITTON APPLIED TECH DIV GRANTS PASS OPERATIONS?

LITTON APPLIED TECH DIV GRANTS PASS OPERATIONSis 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. The area's environmental safety score is 62/100 — moderate, suggesting some cumulative environmental burden from industrial activity in the area.

Water quality in zip code 97526 is good (86/100), suggesting that despite the TRI facility, drinking water hasn't been significantly impacted.

This zip code has 8 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 Oregon pollution report for broader context. LITTON INDUSTRIES INC operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.

Health Considerations for Residents Near LITTON APPLIED TECH DIV GRANTS PASS OPERATIONS

Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in GRANTS PASS, Oregon (97526) 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 97526 area. Testing kits are available through your county health department or certified labs.

Air Quality Monitoring

Air quality in this area scores 36/100 — below average. 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 LITTON APPLIED TECH DIV GRANTS PASS OPERATIONS, report them to Oregon'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: 97526LTTNP1636N. Last updated: August 2026.