Environment in Morehead, KY
Air quality, water systems, and environmental sites
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
34,317
Violations (5yr)
5
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
194.5K MT
Top Emitter
Columbia Gulf Transmission - Morehead CS
132.8K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (under10k)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Columbia Gulf Transmission - Morehead CS Transcanada Pipeline Usa Ltd | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 132,810 |
VEOLIA ES MOREHEAD LANDFILL Waste Management Inc | Waste | 61,696 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 3 water systems serving the area. 5 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 194.5K metric tons of CO₂e.