Hodgenville, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Hodgenville residents face a critical safety hazard score of 8.5 out of 10. The LaRue High School Mercury Spill is located only 1.5 miles from the city center. Mercury is a dangerous heavy metal that does not disappear easily. In daily life, this means neighbors must be careful about touching old equipment or soil near the site. Even small amounts of mercury can travel through the air or water and cause serious health problems for children and adults.
Action Required
Residents seeking environmental advocacy or housing assistance should contact local organizations immediately. For information on local water and land preservation, reach out to the Friends Of Green River Lake Inc. If you require housing support or have concerns about lead and mercury safety in your residence, contact the Campbellsville Housing and Redevelopment Authority at 270-465-3576. They provide resources for safe living conditions in the region. Document any unusual symptoms and report environmental concerns to these agencies to ensure the Hodgenville community remains a priority for safety inspections and remediation efforts.
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.