Environment in Welch, WV
Air quality, water systems, and environmental sites
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
17
Pop. Served
11,446
Violations (5yr)
51
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
60.9K MT
Top Emitter
Copper Ridge Landfill, LLC
60.9K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (under10k)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Copper Ridge Landfill, LLC Copper Ridge Landfill, Llc | Waste | 60,931 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 17 water systems serving the area. 51 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 60.9K metric tons of CO₂e.