Where can you obtain Commodity Flow Surveys that detail hazardous materials shipped through your community?

The correct choice is the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) because LEPCs are specifically established under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) to facilitate local planning for hazardous materials. They collect and maintain data on hazardous materials that are transported, stored, and used in the community. They are also responsible for conducting assessments and surveys, including Commodity Flow Surveys, which detail the types and amounts of hazardous materials being shipped through the area.

FEMA primarily focuses on national disaster response and recovery and does not typically provide localized data on hazardous materials movements. The State Department of Transportation may manage transportation-related data but is not primarily focused on community-specific surveys regarding hazardous materials. While the Environmental Protection Agency plays a role in regulating hazardous materials at a federal level, it does not specifically gather local flow data; rather, it oversees broader environmental regulations and compliance measures. Thus, the LEPC is the right entity to turn to for the precise information you need regarding hazardous materials in your community.