Salt Lake City, Utah
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard score for your area is a critical 10.0 out of 10. The main threat is the 1900 East 2700 South Plume. This Superfund site contains hazardous substances that move underground. For daily life, this means chemicals could potentially enter homes through the air or pollute local groundwater. With over 60 hazardous sites within ten miles, including the Murray Smelter, residents face long-term risks from industrial pollution in the soil and water surrounding their neighborhoods.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their health and housing. Contact the Community Development Corporation of Utah at 801-994-7222×200 for assistance with housing safety and environmental concerns. For local ecological advocacy and information on how industrial plumes affect the regional environment, engage with Fish For Garbage Inc or Great Salt Lake Audubon. If you require educational resources regarding property safety in Salt Lake County, contact the Utah State University-Salt Lake County Extension at 385-468-4830. These organizations provide the necessary tools to navigate living in a high-risk environmental zone.
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.