Hugheston, WV (25110) — Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 25110

Hugheston, West Virginia

Score: 5.6/10

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
5.6/10
Risk Level
Moderate
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
CHEMOURS – BELLE
Distance to Nearest
9.3 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
0
Sites Within 10 Miles
2
County
WV
NPL Status
Active

Threat Summary

Hugheston residents: Know about the CHEMOURS – BELLE Superfund site, 9 miles away. It has unspecified hazardous substances, meaning dangerous chemicals. Breathing air nearby, especially on windy days, could be harmful. Test your well water before drinking or cooking. Avoid gardening in soil near runoff from the site. Children are more sensitive to these chemicals; keep them away from the site area.

Action Required

Hugheston Residents (25110): Protect our environment and community! For environmental concerns and support, contact: Coal River Group Inc. Coal River Mountain Watch Midland Trail Scenic Highway Association Inc. For HUD housing assistance, call 1-800-569-4287. If you have concerns about local Superfund sites, call the EPA Superfund hotline at 1-800-424-8802. Next Step: Visit the websites of Coal River Group, Coal River Mountain Watch, and the Midland Trail Scenic Highway Association to learn about upcoming meetings and volunteer opportunities.

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.

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