Pahrump, Nevada
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Pahrump residents (ZIP 89048): The PAHRUMP DRUMS Superfund site, 5.9 miles away, contains chemicals called Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs). These chemicals come from burning things and can be in the air, soil, or water. Breathing air with PAHs, drinking contaminated water, or gardening in affected soil can be unhealthy. Children are especially at risk. Avoid contact with the site. Wash hands after playing outside. Stay informed about local health advisories to protect your family.
Action Required
Pahrump (89048) residents, protect our environment! Concerned about local lands? Contact Basin & Range Watch Foundation for environmental stewardship. For Gold Butte, reach out to Friends Of Gold Butte. If Sloan Canyon is your focus, connect with Friends Of Sloan Canyon. Need housing assistance? Contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. To take action, identify one local environmental issue you care about and contact the relevant organization 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.