Gardnerville, Nevada
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Attention: Gardnerville has a critical hazard score of ten out of ten. The Douglas High School Mercury Spill is a major danger only 3.4 miles away. This active site has harmful chemicals that can get into your air and soil. For students and families, this means you must be very careful when playing outside or digging in the dirt. Mercury can hurt your brain and health over time. Stay safe by staying away from old industrial areas.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Bio-Accumulation Stewardship Council B-Sc Org Ncc to learn about tracking toxins in the local food chain and environment. For those concerned about property safety or housing stability near these hazardous sites, call the HUD housing agency information line at 1-800-569-4287. Engaging with Citizens To Protect Smith Valley Nv Inc can provide additional community-led advocacy resources. Do not delay in seeking professional guidance to evaluate your home's exposure risks. Taking these actions helps ensure your family remains protected from the surrounding critical environmental hazards. Start today.
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.