Vail, Colorado
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Vail residents should be aware of a 6.6 hazard score. The closest Superfund site is Belden Cribblings, located about 8.6 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances from past mining activities. These contaminants can enter the Eagle River and move downstream. For your daily life, this means you must be careful with local water sources. Avoid playing in or drinking untreated river water. While the air is generally safe, heavy metals in the soil can be harmful if inhaled as dust.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents seeking to improve their environmental safety should contact local organizations for guidance. Alliance Earth works on environmental advocacy and can provide information regarding regional conservation efforts. For those concerned about home safety or lead-based hazards common in older mining districts, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. They offer resources for healthy housing and lead abatement programs. Additionally, Arei Inc focuses on local environmental sustainability and may offer insights into land use. Taking these steps ensures your household remains protected from the long-term impacts of nearby industrial hazardous waste sites.
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.