Las Vegas, Nevada
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard score for the 89185 area is a critical 8.9 out of 10. The Black Wash Mercury Spill ER is the closest Superfund site located 9.6 miles away. While officials list contaminants as unspecified hazardous substances, mercury spills often threaten local soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about dust and local water quality. Avoid playing in open washes or undeveloped desert areas where toxins might have settled after rain or wind.
Action Required
Immediate action is recommended to secure safe housing and environmental advocacy. Residents should contact the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) at 702-477-3183 for assistance regarding public housing safety and environmental inspections. For those in North Las Vegas, Nevada Partners, Inc. provides housing counseling at 702-844-8000. For environmental advocacy and community health information, contact the Bernas Basa Foundation or the Business of Scientific Systems. These organizations can provide resources for local air quality monitoring and guidance regarding property contamination. Proactive engagement with these agencies ensures your household remains protected from regional hazardous spills.
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.