Mountain Home, Idaho
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Mountain Home faces a critical hazard level of 9.8 out of 10. The East 16th Street Mercury Spill is located only 1.4 miles away. Mercury is a dangerous heavy metal that does not go away on its own. It can hide in soil or turn into a gas you cannot see. For your daily life, this means you must be careful where you play or garden. Contact with this metal can hurt your brain and nervous system over time.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact 208 Cleanup Inc to learn about local soil remediation and community cleanup initiatives. For conservation and environmental advocacy, engage with the Friends Of Deer Flat Wildlife Refuge or the Garden Clubs Of Idaho Inc. If you have concerns regarding the safety of your residence or need assistance with housing standards, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Documentation of soil quality and air monitoring is essential for residents living near the East 16th Street Mercury Spill to ensure long-term safety.
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.