Wattsville, Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Wattsville faces a critical environmental safety risk with a hazard score of 8.4 out of 10. The US NASA GSFC Wallops Flight Facility is an active Superfund site located only two miles from your home. This facility contains hazardous substances that can move through the ground and water. In your daily life, this means chemicals could be in the dust you breathe or the water you drink. Staying safe requires being careful with local soil and well water.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to protect their property and health. Contact the Accomack-Northampton Planning District Commission at 757-787-2800 to inquire about housing safety programs and environmental health resources available in Accomac. You should also connect with local environmental organizations like the Buff Foundation or the Bay Colony Garden Club Inc to participate in community safety meetings. Document any specific environmental concerns and report them to these agencies to ensure your household is included in future safety assessments. Taking these actions now helps secure necessary support for living near a high-risk industrial site.
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.