Villa Grove, Colorado
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Villa Grove faces a critical environmental hazard score of 8.6 out of 10. The Minnie Lynch Mine is a Superfund site located less than five miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through the soil and water. For your daily life, this means dangerous chemicals might enter the local groundwater or blow in as dust during dry weather. These pollutants can harm your health if you breathe them in or drink contaminated water from private wells.
Action Required
Residents should immediately coordinate with local organizations to address environmental and housing concerns. Contact the Chama Peak Land Alliance for information regarding regional land health and water protection strategies. For those requiring assistance with safe housing or relocation due to environmental risks, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Additionally, the Colorado Potato Legislative Association and the Colorado State Tree Farm Committee serve as local resources for environmental advocacy. Engaging these groups ensures you receive the most current data on soil safety and local remediation projects affecting the Villa Grove community and the surrounding 81155 zip code.
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.