Drakesboro, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Drakesboro faces a critical environmental hazard score of 9.6 out of 10. The Primary Recovery Corporation Superfund site is only 2.6 miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil or water, making it unsafe for kids to play in certain areas or for families to use well water. Because this site is still active, the pollution can affect the air you breathe and the long-term health of everyone living in the community.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against these critical hazards. Contact the Fertilizer And Crop Protection Health & Safety School Inc for localized safety training and environmental education. For those in subsidized or public housing concerned about site proximity, contact the HUD Housing Agencies at 1-800-569-4287 to discuss relocation options or safety inspections. Additionally, the Joe Ford Nature Center can provide information on local ecosystem health. Document any unusual health symptoms and report them to state environmental agencies while maintaining records of all household water and soil testing results.
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.