Hinkley, California

Hinkley, California, is a small, unincorporated community located in San Bernardino County. It gained national attention in the late 1990s due to a legal battle involving Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and contamination of local groundwater with the chemical hexavalent chromium. The situation, highlighted in the documentary "Erin Brockovich," raised awareness about environmental pollution and the importance of corporate accountability. Hinkley is largely rural and has a small population, but its story underscores significant issues related to public health, environmental justice, and the complexities of industrial practices.