Huntington, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Huntington faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Proctorville HG Spill is the closest Superfund site, located less than five miles away. This site is listed on the National Priorities List and remains active. Dangerous substances from past industrial activity may be in the local soil or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt or drinking untreated well water. Stay away from fenced industrial zones to keep your family safe from hidden toxins.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact local organizations for guidance on environmental safety and housing. Reach out to the Fourpole Creek Watershed Association or the Southern West Virginia Brownfields Assistance Center Inc for information regarding local land use and water quality. For those concerned about the safety of their current residence or seeking relocation assistance due to environmental hazards, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Taking these steps ensures you have the most recent data on local contamination and access to federal resources for maintaining a safe living environment in Huntington. Proactive communication with these agencies is vital.
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.