Huntington, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Huntington area faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Proctorville HG Spill is the closest Superfund site, located only 4.8 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that could enter the local environment. For people living nearby, these contaminants can pollute the air you breathe or the water in the ground. Living near multiple industrial sites means you must be careful about local soil and water quality to stay safe every day.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact the Southern West Virginia Brownfields Assistance Center Inc for information regarding local land use and remediation projects. For those in federal housing or seeking safe residential options, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287 to discuss property safety standards and available assistance. You can also engage with the Fourpole Creek Watershed Association to participate in local water quality monitoring efforts. Taking these steps ensures you have the most current information regarding the critical hazard level in Huntington and provides resources for improving your household 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.