Richmond, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard score for Richmond is a critical 10.0 out of 10. The Former Richmond Manufactured Gas Plant #2 is located only one mile from your location. This site and several nearby areas are contaminated with mercury, a dangerous heavy metal. Mercury can seep into the soil and water or turn into invisible vapors in the air. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local dirt or eating fish caught in nearby streams.
Action Required
Residents should contact local organizations for environmental guidance and housing assistance. For information on local conservation efforts and environmental health, reach out to Kentucky Heartwood Inc or the Clarks Run Environmental and Educational Corporation. If you are concerned about how local contamination affects your property value or housing safety, contact REACH, INC. at 859-455-8057. Alternatively, you can seek assistance from the Community Ventures Corporation at 859-231-0054 for housing resources. These agencies provide essential support for navigating the risks associated with living near high-density mercury contamination zones in the Richmond area.
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.