Ashland, Oregon
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
WARNING: Ashland, Oregon residents near the Mae Street Mercury Spill (7.6 miles away) must understand mercury risks. This heavy metal can harm you. Breathing mercury dust damages brains and kidneys. Never drink water from affected areas; mercury contaminates fish, making them unsafe. Do not garden in contaminated soil. Mercury stays there, entering plants and your food. Children are highly vulnerable to mercury's developmental effects. Seek health official guidance.
Action Required
Ashland residents (97520) can bolster local environmental stewardship. For trail maintenance and conservation, contact the Applegate Trails Association. Protect our waterways by engaging with the Dodes Elk Creek Watershed Non Profit and the Illinois Valley Watershed Council. If you need HUD assistance, call 1-800-569-4287. For environmental concerns, consider the EPA Superfund hotline at 1-800-424-8802. Next Step: Visit the website of your preferred environmental nonprofit to find upcoming volunteer opportunities.
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.