Hagerstown, Maryland
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Your area in Hagerstown has a critical hazard score of 8.5 out of 10. The Central Chemical Superfund site is only 4.8 miles away and remains active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances from this former pesticide plant can enter the soil and groundwater. This means you must be careful about touching dirt or drinking well water near the site. Pollutants often stay in the environment for a long time, posing risks to your family’s health and safety.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Antietam-Conococheague Watershed Alliance Inc to learn about local water quality monitoring and environmental protection efforts. For those concerned about safe housing conditions or relocation assistance due to environmental hazards, contact the HUD-approved Telamon Corporation Martinsburg Branch at 304-263-0916. You may also reach out to The City of Frederick housing department at 301-600-1506 for guidance on regional safety programs. Immediate action is necessary to ensure your home remains safe from the hazardous substances identified at the Central Chemical Superfund site and other nearby industrial locations.
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS).
This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.