Mount Carmel, South Carolina
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Mount Carmel residents face a critical safety threat with a hazard score of 8.2 out of 10. The Barite Hill/Nevada Goldfields Superfund site is located only 2.8 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can pollute the local environment. In your daily life, these contaminants may enter the water you drink or the soil where children play. Because the site is active, these dangers are ongoing and require you to stay alert about your daily safety and physical health.
Action Required
You must take immediate steps to secure your home and health. Contact the CSRA Economic Opportunity Authority, Inc. at 706-722-0493 to discuss housing safety and available resources for residents near hazardous sites. For information regarding local land health and environmental protection, reach out to the Aiken Land Conservancy. Residents should also engage with the Citizens For Nuclear Technology Awareness Inc for technical insights into regional safety. Ensure your household water supply is tested annually by a certified laboratory to monitor for any chemical seepage from the Barite Hill/Nevada Goldfields area. These actions protect your family from dangerous long-term health risks.
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.