Teays, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Teays faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Big Scary Creek Ponds Superfund site is only 2.3 miles away. This site holds hazardous substances that can leak into the environment. These toxins can travel through the air or get into the water you drink. Because there are eight toxic sites within five miles, these chemicals can build up in your body over time. You should be very careful about local water and dust in your home.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Religious Coalition for Community Renewal at 304-346-6398 for assistance with housing safety and relocation resources. For expert information on environmental standards and local pollution control, reach out to the Air and Waste Management Association West Virginia Chapter Incorporated. Community members can also find support through Access WV to address local health concerns related to the 10.0 hazard score. Taking these actions helps protect your family from the unspecified hazardous substances found at the Big Scary Creek Ponds and surrounding industrial sites in the Kanawha River Valley.
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.