Elephant Butte, New Mexico
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
**Safety Notice for Elephant Butte (ZIP 87935):** About 6 miles away is the CITY OF TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES LANDFILL. This is a Superfund site, meaning it’s a seriously polluted area with hazardous chemicals that are being cleaned up. These unseen substances could potentially affect the air you breathe, the water you drink, or soil used for gardening if they were to spread. Children are more vulnerable to harm from such substances. It’s important to stay informed about cleanup progress and avoid the landfill area to protect your family’s health.
Action Required
Elephant Butte residents (87935): For environmental concerns, connect with local nonprofits. Alamosa Land Institute focuses on broader environmental work. Caballo Lake Mutual Domestic Water Association addresses water quality specifically. Monticello Canyon Association works on local land preservation. If you need assistance with housing or HUD-related matters, contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. Action Step: Visit the website or call the listed organizations to learn about their current initiatives and how you can get involved.
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.