Mineral Wells, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Mineral Wells faces a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 9.3 out of 10. The AMES WAREHOUSE FIRE ER Superfund site is located less than five miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances released during an emergency event. These chemicals can seep into the soil or move through the air and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking unfiltered well water until officials confirm it is safe.
Action Required
Residents must immediately contact local organizations to address environmental concerns and housing safety. Reach out to Mid-Ohio Valley Climate Action or the Little Kanawha Resource Conservation & Development Project for information on local advocacy and environmental monitoring. For those concerned about the impact of these hazards on their home or financial health, contact CCCS OF THE MID-OHIO VALLEY, INC. in Parkersburg at 304-485-3141. This HUD-approved agency provides guidance on housing issues. Engaging with the Wood County Master Gardeners Association Inc provides resources for safe soil management in areas impacted by industrial runoff.
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.