Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
ATTENTION Taos Ski Valley visitors and residents: A Superfund site, SPRING DITCH, is about 9 miles away. It contains unspecified hazardous substances. This means dangerous chemicals are present that could harm you. Breathing air near the site, drinking water from the ditch, or using contaminated soil for gardening could be risky. Keep children away from the ditch and any affected areas, as they are especially vulnerable. Avoid contact with water or soil from this location to prioritize your family's health and well-being.
Action Required
Taos Ski Valley residents (87525): For environmental concerns, connect with local nonprofits: 2030 Inc, Caldera Action, or Cebolla Nutrias Watershed Association. These groups focus on sustainability and conservation in our community. If you need information on housing assistance or HUD programs, contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. They can guide you to relevant resources. If specific environmental contamination is a concern and local contacts are insufficient, the EPA Superfund hotline is available at 1-800-424-8802. Next step: Identify one specific environmental or housing concern you have and reach out to the most relevant resource from this list this week.
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.