Cordova, Alabama
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Cordova faces a critical environmental hazard due to the Cordova Mercury Spill Superfund site. This site is located only one mile away from the town center and contains dangerous levels of mercury. Mercury is a toxic heavy metal that can harm your brain and nervous system. In daily life, this means you must be extremely careful about touching local soil or eating fish from nearby waters. Children and pregnant women are at the highest risk for permanent health problems.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact the Alabama Environmental Health Association to receive updates on local soil and water quality testing. For those concerned about property values or safe housing near the 1.0-mile hazard zone, contact the Neighborhood Housing Services of Birmingham at 205-328-4292 or the NSC NACA Counseling Subsidiary at 205-942-8111. These HUD-approved agencies provide guidance on residential safety and financial resources for affected homeowners in Cordova. Support local environmental advocacy through the Friends Of Ivan K Hill Park Inc to ensure long-term community cleanup and the restoration of local natural resources.
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.