Yorktown, Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Yorktown faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Chisman Creek Superfund site is located less than five miles away and remains on the active National Priorities List. These hazardous substances can leak into local soil and water. For daily life, this means you must be careful about where you play outside or grow food. Avoid contact with creek sediments and follow all local fishing advisories to keep your family safe from invisible chemical threats.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Master Naturalists Of The Virginia Peninsula to learn about local ecological monitoring and how to identify signs of environmental distress. For those concerned about the safety and quality of their housing in relation to these sites, reach out to the Hampton Roads Community Action Program, Inc. at 757-247-0379. Additionally, the Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority is available at 757-727-1521 for assistance with housing safety inspections and resources if contamination levels in your neighborhood exceed acceptable federal safety standards.
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.