Charleston, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Residents in Charleston face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The CGST Columbia Gas Transmission Corp is a nearby Superfund site currently active on the National Priorities List. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that could move through the soil or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local ground contact and potential air quality issues. Nine hazardous sites exist within ten miles, creating a high risk for health problems.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents should immediately contact local organizations for assistance and advocacy. Reach out to Broadleaf Vantage Corporation to learn about environmental monitoring in the Charleston area. If you require housing assistance or are concerned about the safety of your current residence, contact the Religious Coalition for Community Renewal in Charleston at 304-346-6398. You may also contact the Southern Appalachian Labor School Foundation at 304-250-7627 for support regarding environmental justice and housing quality. These organizations provide resources to help you navigate living in a high-risk zone and can assist with relocation or mitigation efforts.
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.