Placerville, Colorado
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Placerville faces a high hazard score of 7.5 due to nearby industrial history. The BLM-SAWPIT TRAM SITE (ORE STORAGE) is less than five miles away. This active Superfund site contains hazardous substances from old mining operations. These materials can travel through wind or water into your yard and home. For daily life, this means you must be careful with local soil and dust. Avoid tracked-in dirt and monitor local water reports to stay safe from hidden chemical threats.
Action Required
Residents should take immediate steps to monitor local environmental quality. Contact Citizens For A Healthy Community to engage with local advocacy regarding land use and industrial hazards. For those in need of safe housing assistance or information on environmental health standards in residential areas, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Staying informed through these local and federal resources is the best way to manage the risks associated with the high hazard score in the 81430 area. Consistent communication with these organizations provides necessary updates on regional cleanup progress.
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.