Big Laurel, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
WARNING for Big Laurel (40808): The Former Georgia Pacific Sawmill Superfund site is 8.4 miles away. It contains unspecified hazardous substances. Breathing these can be harmful. Do not drink water from wells near the site. Avoid gardening in soil that might be contaminated. Keep children from playing in the area or touching anything there. Stay safe by avoiding the site and any dusty, watery, or muddy areas around it. This is important for everyone's health.
Action Required
Big Laurel residents, let's build a stronger community! For local support, connect with: Cumberland Lions Club (Community) Harlan 2020 A Community Development Foundation (Community) Harlan County Chamber Of Commerce (Community) Need housing resources? Contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. If you have environmental concerns related to Superfund sites, call the EPA Superfund hotline at 1-800-424-8802. **Next Step:** Pick one organization from the list above and call them this week to learn how you can get involved.
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.