Environment in Sophia, WV
Air quality, water systems, and environmental sites
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
11
Pop. Served
18,275
Violations (5yr)
74
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
73.8K MT
Top Emitter
Pocahontas Coal Company, LLC - Affinity Mine
73.8K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (under10k)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Pocahontas Coal Company, LLC - Affinity Mine United Coal Co Llc | Other | 73,781 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 11 water systems serving the area. 74 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 73.8K metric tons of CO₂e.