Minden, Nevada
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Minden faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Douglas High School Mercury Spill is the primary threat within five miles. Mercury is a heavy metal that stays in the environment for a very long time. In your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water. Touching or breathing in mercury vapors can hurt your brain and nervous system. This site is part of a larger network of local contamination risks.
Action Required
Residents must take proactive steps to address local environmental hazards and housing safety. Contact the Bio-Accumulation Stewardship Council B-Sc Org Ncc for information on local mercury levels and environmental stewardship programs. For those concerned about home safety or hazards related to residential structures, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287 to discuss available resources and assistance programs. Engaging with local nonprofits like Blue Sea 2 Sky or Citizens To Protect Smith Valley Nv Inc can provide additional community-led advocacy. Prioritize professional testing of your immediate environment to ensure long-term health and safety.
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.