The Bennington Municipal Sanitary Landfill, EPA ID 110009320270, is an active site on the National Priorities List. Recent assessments indicate that hazardous substances have migrated from the landfill into local groundwater systems. Exposure pathways include the ingestion of contaminated well water and inhalation of vapors from volatile organic compounds. Long-term health risks associated with these contaminants include developmental issues, organ damage, and an increased risk of certain cancers. The EPA continues to monitor the site to manage plume migration and prevent further environmental degradation. To protect yourself, residents should first install high-quality carbon filtration systems on all private wells to remove potential toxins. Second, you must schedule regular professional testing of your indoor air quality to detect any vapor intrusion from the soil. Third, limit direct contact with soil in areas downstream of the landfill until official clearance is provided. Refer to the EPA Superfund database for the most current data on remediation progress and specific chemical concentrations. These defensive measures are essential given the critical hazard score assigned to the Shaftsbury area and the multiple industrial sites located within a ten-mile radius.