Huntington, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Huntington faces a critical hazard level of 10.0. The Proctorville HG Spill is the closest Superfund site, located less than five miles away. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that could affect your health. In daily life, these pollutants can enter your environment through the soil, air, or water. There are eight active contamination sites within ten miles of your home. You must stay alert to local environmental warnings to keep your family safe from these nearby industrial threats.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Southern West Virginia Brownfields Assistance Center Inc to learn about local land remediation efforts and how they impact your property value and safety. For those in subsidized or public housing, contact the HUD housing agency at 1-800-569-4287 to request a professional lead and toxin inspection. You should also engage with the Fourpole Creek Watershed Association to stay informed about water quality in the Huntington area. These organizations provide the necessary resources to help you navigate living near multiple active Superfund sites.
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.