Silver City, Nevada
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Silver City faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Carson River Mercury Site is only 3.5 miles away and is currently active on the National Priorities List. Because this site contains hazardous substances from historic mining, mercury can enter the local environment. For your daily life, this means toxic materials might be in the soil or water around you. You must be careful about touching dirt or eating fish from nearby waterways to avoid getting sick.
Action Required
Residents should contact the Bio-Accumulation Stewardship Council B-Sc Org Ncc for specific information regarding local mercury levels and environmental advocacy. For those concerned about the safety of their current residence or seeking lead-safe housing alternatives, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. It is vital to stay informed through organizations like Blue Sea 2 Sky to monitor regional cleanup progress. Immediate action includes testing residential soil if you live near old mining tailings. Document all health concerns and report unusual environmental changes to the Citizens To Protect Smith Valley Nv Inc.
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.