Richmond, Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Richmond ZIP code 23260 faces a critical hazard score of 10.0. The Chesapeake Bio-Fuel Co. is the nearest Superfund site, located 3.7 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can move through the air, soil, and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local dust and runoff. These invisible chemicals can affect the safety of the ground where children play and the air you breathe during high-wind events in your neighborhood.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact Southside Community Development and Housing at 804-231-4449 to discuss safe housing options and environmental health resources in Richmond. For assistance regarding housing safety and environmental justice, call Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia at 804-354-0641. You may also reach out to the Amazon Aid Foundation to learn about local environmental advocacy and mitigation efforts. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to state environmental regulators. Stay informed by requesting updated site assessments for the Chesapeake Bio-Fuel Co. from the EPA.
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.