Saxtons River, VT (05154) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 05154

Saxtons River, Vermont

Score: 10/10

The hazard score for Saxtons River is a critical ten out of ten. This rating is primarily due to your proximity to the Dummerston Orchard Superfund site. Hazardous substances at this active location can enter the local environment through soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about drinking local well water and gardening in untreated soil. Nearby industrial sites like the Whitney Blake Company further increase the risks to your community's safety and health.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
DUMMERSTON ORCHARD
Distance to Nearest
3.8 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
4
Sites Within 10 Miles
6
County
Windham
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Dummerston Orchard site, EPA ID 110071818864, is currently an active site on the National Priorities List. Environmental assessments indicate that unspecified hazardous substances may migrate from the source area through groundwater aquifers and surface runoff. Exposure pathways include the ingestion of contaminated well water, inhalation of airborne particulates during dry periods, and direct skin contact with impacted soil. These contaminants are linked to long-term health risks including organ damage and developmental issues. Four hazardous sites exist within five miles of Saxtons River, including Simmonds Precision and the BFI Sanitary Landfill. To minimize risk, residents should implement three specific defensive measures. First, install high-efficiency particulate air filters in home ventilation systems to capture potential airborne toxins. Second, utilize certified carbon-based filtration systems for all drinking and cooking water derived from private wells. Third, establish raised garden beds using imported, certified clean soil to prevent the uptake of legacy pollutants in home-grown produce. Monitoring the EPA public record for Dummerston Orchard is essential for updates on remediation progress and land-use restrictions. Local soil testing is recommended to determine the specific concentrations of industrial chemicals present on your property.

Threat Summary

The hazard score for Saxtons River is a critical ten out of ten. This rating is primarily due to your proximity to the Dummerston Orchard Superfund site. Hazardous substances at this active location can enter the local environment through soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about drinking local well water and gardening in untreated soil. Nearby industrial sites like the Whitney Blake Company further increase the risks to your community's safety and health.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
DUMMERSTON ORCHARD1100718188643.76 miActive
SIMMONDS PRECISION INC (FORMER)1100670394673.87 miActive
WHITNEY BLAKE COMPANY OF VERMONT1100711005003.9 miActive
STEAMTOWN USA (FORMER)1100670393963.94 miActive
BFI SANITARY LANDFILL (ROCKINGHAM)1100606288156.3 miActive
OLD SPRINGFIELD LANDFILL1100093165428.16 miActive

Action Required

Residents should contact the Windham and Windsor Housing Trust at 802-254-4604 to discuss housing safety and environmental mitigation resources. For local land advocacy, engage with Bull Creek Common Lands to stay informed on regional conservation efforts. You should also coordinate with the Chester Community Greenhouse and Gardens to learn about safe agriculture practices in this region of Vermont. These organizations provide the necessary framework for community-led environmental monitoring. Immediate action is required to ensure your living environment meets safety standards. Request a professional water quality report if you reside near the Dummerston Orchard perimeter.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Windham And Windsor Housing Trust
Brattleboro, VT

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • Bull Creek Common LandsEnvironmental
  • Cavendish Community & Conservation AssociationEnvironmental
  • Chester Community Greenhouse & GardensEnvironmental

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.

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