Huntington, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Huntington faces a critical environmental safety score of 10.0. The Proctorville HG Spill is the nearest Superfund site, located less than five miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that could affect your health. In daily life, these pollutants may travel through the soil or water. With eight contaminated sites within ten miles, residents must be careful about local environmental hazards. These chemicals are invisible but can cause long-term harm to families living in the 25714 area.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against local toxins. Contact the Southern West Virginia Brownfields Assistance Center Inc to learn about land restoration and neighborhood safety programs. For those in subsidized or at-risk housing, contact HUD Housing Agencies at 1-800-569-4287 to discuss relocation options or safety inspections. Additionally, engage with the Fourpole Creek Watershed Association to participate in local water quality monitoring. Taking these actions helps mitigate the risks identified by the critical hazard score and ensures your household is protected from documented industrial contaminants in the Huntington area.
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.