La Center, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY (80 words) Families in La Center should stay alert because the local hazard score is a high 6.6 out of 10. The BWXT Conversion Services site is less than nine miles away and contains hazardous substances. These materials can travel through the air or water, potentially affecting your health over time. While you cannot see these chemicals, they can impact your local environment. It is important to monitor local water quality and soil to keep your home and children safe.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED (100 words) Residents must take proactive steps to address environmental concerns and housing safety. Contact Back To Your Roots Inc or Nonprofit Dynamics Inc to learn about local environmental advocacy and soil health programs. For those concerned about how industrial hazards affect their housing stability or legal rights, contact Kentucky Legal Aid, Incorporated in Paducah at 270-782-5740. This agency provides essential guidance on housing-related legal issues. Additionally, joining the Garden Club of Kentucky Inc can provide community-based information on safe planting practices. Document any unusual environmental changes and report them to state authorities to ensure continued community protection.
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.