Bayard, West Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Bayard has a high hazard score of 7.1 out of 10. The main threat is the Petersburg WV Residential Mercury Release site about four miles away. Mercury is a dangerous heavy metal. It can stay in the environment for a long time. For your daily life, this means mercury might be in the soil or dust. Touching or breathing it can damage your brain, kidneys, and nervous system. Children and pregnant women are at the highest risk.
Action Required
Residents should contact local environmental groups to stay informed about soil and water safety. Reach out to the Cacapon And Lost Rivers Land Tr Inc or the Friends Of The Cacapon River for updates on regional conservation and toxin monitoring. For recreational safety information near the site, contact the Friends Of Jennings Randolph Lake Inc. If you have concerns about the safety of your home or need assistance with housing near a hazardous zone, call the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Taking these steps helps ensure your family remains safe from local mercury contamination.
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.