Hartland, Maine
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Hartland faces a critical environmental hazard score of 8.6 out of 10. The Irving Tanning Main Street Facility is a nearby Superfund site currently under active federal oversight. This site contains hazardous substances that could affect your soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt or drinking untreated well water. These pollutants are often invisible but can harm your health over time if they enter your body through breathing or touch.
Action Required
Residents should contact the 7 Lakes Alliance or the Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition for information on local water quality monitoring and environmental protection efforts. These organizations provide resources for understanding regional contamination. For those concerned about property safety or housing assistance in relation to environmental hazards, contact the Kennebec Valley Community Action Program in Waterville at 207-859-1500. Taking immediate steps to verify the safety of your home environment is essential given the critical hazard score. Stay informed through local environmental groups to ensure your family remains protected from industrial legacy pollutants.
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.