Frequently Asked State and Local Questions

Provided for your convenience is a listing of the most frequently asked questions related to State and Local drug-related information. If you can’t find an answer to your question below, please contact us.

Where can I view a listing of the zip codes included in High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) efforts?
We do not maintain a listing of all of the individual zip codes that are included in each of the HIDTAs. To locate information about the specific counties that are involved in HIDTA activities, please visit the HIDTA section of our Web site. From here, you can click on the HIDTA(s) of interest to find the geographic area of responsibility (listing of counties), phone number, and efforts of the HIDTA.

How can I get involved in anti-drug efforts in my community?
You can view information about how to initiate local anti-drug efforts or become involved in current drug prevention efforts on the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) Web site. Through this Web site, you can learn more about starting a community coalition and view resources that have been created for coalitions. Your local Partnership for a Drug-Free America (PDFA) affiliate may also be of assistance to you in providing information about opportunities in your area.

Are reports available that provide state-level drug data?
State-level data on illegal drugs can be found on the following Web sites:

1. State and City Drug Indicator Profiles
2. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) State Factsheets
3. Meth In Your State
4. State Level Data on Alcohol, Tobacco, and Illegal Drug Use
5. Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS) Reports

Is a database of locations that were used in the production of methamphetamine available?
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has created a National Clandestine Laboratory Register, which contains addresses of locations where law enforcement agencies reported they found chemicals or other items that indicated the presence of either clandestine drug laboratories or dumpsites.

How can I learn about treatment services in my area?
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has developed a Web site and telephone hotline to aid in finding treatment facilities in different areas of the country. Please visit the Treatment Facility Locator Web site or call 800–662–HELP (4357) to obtain this information.