Mabscott, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Mabscott faces a critical environmental hazard score of 9.5 out of 10. The Appalachian Soil/Water Cons Res Lab is an active Superfund site located only five miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can move through the air and groundwater. These pollutants can harm your health if you breathe them in or touch contaminated soil. Because the Barker Junk Co site is even closer, you must take steps to protect your home and family from these invisible dangers.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to address housing safety and environmental health. Contact the Southern Appalachian Labor School Foundation, Inc. in Oak Hill at 304-250-7627 for assistance with housing quality and environmental advocacy. You should also reach out to the Fayette County Farmland Protection Program to learn about soil safety measures in the region. For information on local waste reduction and community safety, contact Buds Recycling Co-Op Inc. These organizations provide the necessary framework for community action against the critical hazard levels identified in the 25871 ZIP code. Priority should be given to securing safe living conditions.
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.