Burlington, Maine
Burlington, Maine faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The 6 Clinton Street Former Dry Cleaner is a nearby active Superfund site only 2.4 miles away. Because this was a dry cleaning facility, dangerous chemicals may be in the soil or groundwater. These substances can enter your home through vapors or well water. You must be careful about where your water comes from and avoid digging in areas where old chemicals might have been spilled long ago.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Burlington, Maine faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The 6 Clinton Street Former Dry Cleaner is a nearby active Superfund site only 2.4 miles away. Because this was a dry cleaning facility, dangerous chemicals may be in the soil or groundwater. These substances can enter your home through vapors or well water. You must be careful about where your water comes from and avoid digging in areas where old chemicals might have been spilled long ago.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAINE AIR NATIONAL GUARD-BIA | 110071100630 | 0.55 mi | Active |
| DOW AIR FORCE BASE FIRE TRAINING AREA (FORMER) | 110071100914 | 1.53 mi | Active |
| MRS. BUBBLES | 110071100080 | 1.6 mi | Active |
| BROADWAY DRY CLEANING | 110071100084 | 2.09 mi | Active |
| 6 CLINTON STREET FORMER DRY CLEANER | 110071100079 | 2.36 mi | Active |
| HILLSIDE CLEANERS | 110071326750 | 2.63 mi | Active |
| BANGOR-AROOSTOOK RAILROAD COMPANY | 110071100493 | 3.06 mi | Active |
| BANGOR DRY CLEANING AND LAUNDRY | 110071524211 | 3.97 mi | Active |
| PENOBSCOT ENERGY RECOVERY FACILITY | 110009913415 | 5.51 mi | Active |
Action Required
Immediate steps are necessary to address the critical safety risks in Burlington. Residents should contact the Penquis Community Action Program at 207-973-3500 for guidance on safe housing and environmental health resources in the Bangor region. For issues involving land conservation or protecting local water quality from industrial runoff, reach out to the Bagaduce Watershed Association. Engaging with these organizations ensures you receive the most current information regarding local soil safety and water testing protocols. Prioritizing these contacts will help secure your home against the significant chemical threats present at nearby industrial and former dry cleaning sites.
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.