Cairo, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Cairo residents face a high hazard score of 7.4 out of 10 due to nearby industrial contamination. The DWR Chemical Site is located about eight miles away and is currently on the active Superfund list. This means the ground or water nearby contains unspecified hazardous substances that could be dangerous if they spread. You should be careful about using local well water or playing in old industrial areas. These chemicals stay in the environment and can affect your long-term health.
Action Required
Residents seeking community support or environmental data should contact the Friends Of Burnsville Lake Inc for information on regional conservation efforts. If you are concerned about how local contamination affects your living conditions or property safety, contact the HUD Housing Agencies at 1-800-569-4287 for guidance on safe housing standards. You may also engage with the Ascp West Virginia Chapter to discuss community health impacts. Taking these steps ensures you have the resources needed to navigate the risks associated with the high hazard score in the Cairo and Pennsboro areas.
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.