Woolwich, Maine
Woolwich faces a critical environmental threat with a maximum hazard score of 10.0. The primary concern is the 15 Vine Street Superfund site located only 3.1 miles away. This active site contains unspecified hazardous substances that may impact your health. For daily life, these contaminants can move through the ground into your water or soil. You must remain cautious about local land use to ensure your family avoids contact with these dangerous materials in your immediate surroundings and daily activities.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Woolwich faces a critical environmental threat with a maximum hazard score of 10.0. The primary concern is the 15 Vine Street Superfund site located only 3.1 miles away. This active site contains unspecified hazardous substances that may impact your health. For daily life, these contaminants can move through the ground into your water or soil. You must remain cautious about local land use to ensure your family avoids contact with these dangerous materials in your immediate surroundings and daily activities.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 VINE STREET | 110071241365 | 3.1 mi | Active |
| STEAM LAUNDRY | 110071101017 | 3.11 mi | Active |
| MASON STEAM STATION | 110000581488 | 5.94 mi | Active |
| CENTRAL CHEMICAL CORPORATION (BOWDOINHAM) | 110071100854 | 8.11 mi | Active |
| BRUNSWICK NAVAL AIR STATION | 110071101002 | 8.73 mi | Active |
| BRUNSWICK MAINE AFFF RELEASE | 110071855924 | 8.9 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents should contact the Boothbay Harbor Waterfront Preservation to learn about local water protection initiatives and environmental monitoring. For housing assistance and safety concerns related to the critical 10.0 hazard score, contact Coastal Enterprises, Incorporated in Brunswick at 207-517-9877. You may also reach out to the Avesta Housing Development Corporation at 207-553-7777 for guidance on safe housing options and relocation resources. Taking these steps allows you to leverage professional support and community advocacy to protect your household from the documented environmental risks present in the Woolwich and 04579 ZIP code 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.