Brewer, Maine
Brewer faces a critical environmental threat due to several nearby hazardous waste sites. The 6 Clinton Street Former Dry Cleaner is a major concern as an active Superfund site. This location released tetrachloroethylene, a toxic chemical often used in industrial cleaning. For your daily life, this means dangerous vapors can rise through the soil and enter buildings through cracks in foundations. Exposure to these invisible fumes can cause long-term health problems for families living in the surrounding area.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Brewer faces a critical environmental threat due to several nearby hazardous waste sites. The 6 Clinton Street Former Dry Cleaner is a major concern as an active Superfund site. This location released tetrachloroethylene, a toxic chemical often used in industrial cleaning. For your daily life, this means dangerous vapors can rise through the soil and enter buildings through cracks in foundations. Exposure to these invisible fumes can cause long-term health problems for families living in the surrounding area.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROADWAY DRY CLEANING | 110071100084 | 1.28 mi | Active |
| MRS. BUBBLES | 110071100080 | 1.65 mi | Active |
| BANGOR DRY CLEANING AND LAUNDRY | 110071524211 | 2.12 mi | Active |
| HILLSIDE CLEANERS | 110071326750 | 2.41 mi | Active |
| 6 CLINTON STREET FORMER DRY CLEANER | 110071100079 | 2.42 mi | Active |
| MAINE AIR NATIONAL GUARD-BIA | 110071100630 | 2.51 mi | Active |
| DOW AIR FORCE BASE FIRE TRAINING AREA (FORMER) | 110071100914 | 3.33 mi | Active |
| BANGOR-AROOSTOOK RAILROAD COMPANY | 110071100493 | 5.03 mi | Active |
| PENOBSCOT ENERGY RECOVERY FACILITY | 110009913415 | 7.03 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their housing and environment. Contact the PENQUIS COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM at 207-973-3500 for assistance with housing safety and local resources in the Bangor area. For those seeking land conservation and environmental advocacy, the Bagaduce Watershed Association provides information on regional water quality. If you are a member of the tribal community, reach out to the FOUR DIRECTIONS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION at 207-866-6545 for specialized housing support. Document all health symptoms and property concerns to present to these organizations for professional guidance and intervention.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- Alamoosook Lake AssociationEnvironmental
- Almanac Region Land TrustEnvironmental
- Bagaduce Watershed AssociationEnvironmental
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS). Nonprofit data from IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File. Housing counseling data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
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.