Strafford, Vermont
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Strafford faces a critical safety score of 8.1 out of 10. The Ely Copper Mine is a nearby Superfund site currently leaking hazardous substances into the environment. These contaminants can travel through local water sources and soil. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about where you swim or fish. Dust from old mining sites can also blow into your yard. Avoid contact with orange-tinted water in streams to stay safe from chemical exposure and health risks.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact Downstreet Housing and Community Development, Inc. at 802-477-1331 for assistance with housing safety and environmental health resources in the region. Additionally, engage with local advocacy groups like the Barnard Silver Lake Association Inc or Bradford Food And Forest Inc to stay informed on local water quality testing and community cleanup initiatives. These organizations provide localized data and support for families living near high-risk zones. Document any unusual environmental changes on your property and report them to local health officials immediately to ensure community-wide safety.
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.