Hillsboro, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Hillsboro faces a critical environmental hazard due to the Maxey Flats Nuclear Disposal site just 1.8 miles away. This Superfund site contains dangerous materials buried in the ground. Because it is so close, these substances could move through the soil or water near your home. Residents must be careful about using local well water or playing in nearby creeks. Living near a critical hazard means you need to stay informed to keep your family and pets safe from invisible pollution.
Action Required
Residents of Hillsboro should take immediate steps to secure their housing and environmental safety. Contact the Banklick Watershed Council Inc to learn more about local water quality monitoring and land conservation efforts in the region. For those concerned about the impact of this critical hazard on property values or housing stability, reach out to Frontier Housing, Inc. in Morehead. You can call their office directly at 606-784-2131 to discuss housing assistance programs or safety resources available to community members living near the Maxey Flats site.
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.