Purvis, Mississippi
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Purvis, MS (ZIP 39475) Residents: The BIG BAY LAKE DAM COLLAPSE Superfund site is 5.8 miles away. It holds "unspecified hazardous substances"—dangerous chemicals. Breathing air near the site could be harmful. These chemicals might contaminate your drinking water or garden soil, making them unsafe. Children are very vulnerable to these poisons. For safety, avoid the entire site. Do not touch anything there; contact can cause serious health issues. Stay safe.
Action Required
Purvis Residents (39475), protect our environment! For environmental concerns, connect with local nonprofits: Burrow Nature Center, Friends Of Boley Inc, and Jesus People Against Pollution. If facing housing issues, contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. If you suspect Superfund site contamination, call the EPA Superfund hotline at 1-800-424-8802. Next Step: Identify a specific environmental concern in Purvis and reach out to one of the listed local nonprofits or the EPA hotline to discuss it.
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.