Park City, Utah
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Park City residents in the 84098 area face a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to nearby mining waste. The Bear Hollow Mercury Superfund site is located less than half a mile from local homes. This site contains mercury, a heavy metal that does not disappear over time. In daily life, this means dust or soil near your house could be contaminated. Exposure is dangerous because mercury can damage the brain and nervous system, especially in young children and pets.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents should immediately coordinate with local organizations to mitigate exposure and access safety resources. Contact Breathe Utah to participate in air quality advocacy and receive updates on heavy metal dust suppression. For housing safety concerns and lead or mercury testing resources, contact the Community Development Corporation of Utah at 801-994-7222 extension 200. You may also reach out to the Utah State University-Salt Lake County Extension at 385-468-4830 for technical guidance on soil safety. Engaging these agencies is a necessary step to ensure your property remains safe from the surrounding critical-level environmental hazards.
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.