Versailles, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard score for Versailles is a critical 8.4 out of 10. This rating is primarily due to the Versailles Mercury Superfund site located 3.6 miles away. Mercury is a toxic heavy metal that stays in the environment for a long time. In your daily life, this means mercury can enter the food chain through local fish or settle in the soil of your yard. Exposure to this metal is dangerous and can cause serious health problems over time.
Action Required
Residents should immediately pursue professional guidance to ensure their homes are safe from heavy metal contamination. Contact REACH, INC. at 859-455-8057 or Community Ventures Corporation at 859-231-0054 for information on housing safety and environmental health resources. You can also connect with Bluegrass Trails And Greenways Inc to learn more about local land conservation and soil health. These organizations provide the necessary tools to navigate living near an active Superfund site. Taking these steps is essential for maintaining a healthy household in a high-risk zone. Action now reduces long-term medical and environmental liabilities.
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.