West Point, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY (80 words): West Point faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 due to its proximity to the Distler Brickyard Superfund site. This location contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through the air, soil, or water. For your daily life, this means potential exposure to chemicals that are not normally found in nature. You must be careful about touching soil or drinking untreated well water near the site. The presence of multiple nearby hazardous areas increases the total risk to your health.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED (100 words): Residents should contact the Louisville Urban League at 502-585-4622 or The Housing Partnership, Inc. at 502-585-5451 to discuss housing safety and relocation resources. These HUD-approved agencies provide guidance for those living in high-risk zones near contaminated land. For local environmental advocacy and information on land preservation, reach out to the Isaac W Bernheim Foundation Inc. Understanding your rights as a resident near a critical hazard zone is necessary for long-term safety. Promptly report any unusual chemical odors or illegal dumping activities to local environmental authorities to prevent further community exposure to hazardous substances.
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.