Halltown, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Halltown faces a critical environmental danger. The Charles Town Residential Mercury Spill is less than three miles away. This site contains mercury, a dangerous heavy metal. Mercury can hide in soil or turn into a gas you cannot smell. For your daily life, this means you must be careful where children play and avoid eating fish from local streams. Living near five hazardous sites increases your risk of coming into contact with chemicals that harm your brain and body.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact the Blue Ridge Watershed Coalition to learn about local water testing and soil safety initiatives in Halltown. For those in need of housing assistance or health-related relocation advice, contact the Telamon Corporation Martinsburg Branch at 304-263-0916. You can also reach out to the City of Frederick at 301-600-1506 for regional HUD resources. Engaging with the DITC Environmental Education Foundation can provide additional safety training for families. Do not delay in seeking professional guidance regarding heavy metal exposure and your residential safety.
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.