Vicksburg, Mississippi
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Vicksburg faces a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0. The Fairground Street Fuel Depot is the closest major threat, located just 1.5 miles away. This active Superfund site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through the soil and water. For your daily life, this means chemicals could potentially enter the local environment. You should be very careful about touching soil or drinking untreated water near industrial zones to stay safe and healthy.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact Feathers & Futures for localized environmental guidance and support regarding community safety. If you are concerned about the safety of your current residence or need assistance finding a different home, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. They can provide resources for safe housing and link you to experts who understand industrial hazards. Staying informed through local groups like the Adams County Master Gardeners can also help you manage your immediate surroundings safely while the EPA continues its active cleanup operations in the Vicksburg area.
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.