Charleston, South Carolina
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The area around ZIP code 29406 faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The Charleston International Airport VOR is the nearest active Superfund site, located just 2.2 miles away. While officials list contaminants as unspecified hazardous substances, these chemicals can leak into the ground or water. This means you must be careful about what is in your soil and tap water. Local pollution from nearby industrial and military sites could impact your family’s long-term health and safety.
Action Required
Residents should immediately seek guidance on environmental safety and housing stability. Contact Abyssal Life for information regarding local ecological health and mitigation efforts. For those concerned about property values or safe housing near these critical sites, reach out to the HUD-approved agency Origin SC in North Charleston at 843-628-3000. Alternatively, you can contact the Increasing H.O.P.E. Financial Training Center at 843-225-4343 for assistance with financial planning related to home safety improvements. Staying informed through these local resources is the most effective way to manage the risks associated with this critical hazard zone.
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.