Bath, Maine
The environment in Bath is currently rated as a critical risk. The nearest active Superfund site is located at 15 Vine Street. This site contains hazardous substances that can move through the soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about what is in the ground around your home. Chemicals from these sites can sometimes enter the air or drinking water. Avoid playing in industrial areas and always wash your hands after being outside.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
The environment in Bath is currently rated as a critical risk. The nearest active Superfund site is located at 15 Vine Street. This site contains hazardous substances that can move through the soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about what is in the ground around your home. Chemicals from these sites can sometimes enter the air or drinking water. Avoid playing in industrial areas and always wash your hands after being outside.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEAM LAUNDRY | 110071101017 | 3.1 mi | Active |
| 15 VINE STREET | 110071241365 | 3.11 mi | Active |
| BRUNSWICK MAINE AFFF RELEASE | 110071855924 | 5.76 mi | Active |
| BRUNSWICK NAVAL AIR STATION | 110071101002 | 5.98 mi | Active |
| BRUNSWICK PLAZA DRY CLEANERS | 110006513558 | 7.55 mi | Active |
| FORMER DEFENSE FUEL SUPPLY POINT CASCO BAY | 110008459934 | 9.59 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents seeking environmental guidance should contact the Boothbay Civic Association Inc to engage with local conservation efforts. If your housing safety is a concern due to these critical hazards, reach out to the HUD-certified agency Coastal Enterprises, Incorporated in Brunswick at 207-517-9877. Alternatively, contact Avesta Housing Development Corporation at 207-553-7777 for assistance with safe living conditions. These organizations provide resources for navigating environmental risks and securing healthy housing. Immediate action is recommended to ensure your home meets safety standards given the critical hazard score for the Bath area.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- Belize Conservation GroupEnvironmental
- Boothbay Civic Association IncEnvironmental
- Boothbay Harbor Waterfront PreservationEnvironmental
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.