Carson City, Nevada
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Carson City faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The All Metals Processing Emergency Response site sits only 1.5 miles away and contains dangerous mercury. Mercury is a heavy metal that does not go away on its own. In daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or eating fish from nearby waters. This chemical can hurt your brain and nervous system, especially for kids and pets playing outside near contaminated zones.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to protect your household from mercury exposure. Contact the Nevada Green Institute Ngi Inc for specific information on local environmental hazards and soil safety. For those concerned about the safety of their current housing or seeking relocation assistance due to toxic proximity, contact the HUD Housing Agency at 1-800-569-4287. Residents should also engage with the Greenhouse Project to learn about safe urban gardening practices that avoid contaminated soil. Do not delay in seeking professional guidance regarding heavy metal testing for your property to ensure long-term health and safety in Carson City.
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.