Richland, Mississippi
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Richland faces a critical environmental hazard with a score of 10.0 out of 10. The Exide Corporation, Florence Battery Plant, is a major concern located about four miles away. This active Superfund site contains hazardous substances that can pollute the local environment. For daily life, this means chemicals could be in the soil or groundwater. You should be very careful about where children play and avoid using well water unless it has been tested and cleared by environmental experts.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact Citizens For Economic Empowermentdevelopment And A Air Water And Soi for environmental advocacy and safety information. For those concerned about housing safety or relocation assistance, contact the Mississippi Housing Partnership, Inc. in Jackson at 601-969-1895. Alternatively, the West Jackson CDC is available at 601-946-9310 to discuss community development and housing resources. These organizations provide the necessary support for navigating high-risk environmental zones. Taking proactive steps through these local resources is the most effective way to address the critical 10.0 hazard score in Richland and protect your family.
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.