ZIP: 05449

Colchester, Vermont

Score: 10/10

Colchester faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The Commerce Street Plume is the closest Superfund site, located only two miles away. This area contains dangerous hazardous substances that have leaked into the environment. These contaminants can get into the air you breathe or the water underground. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about where your water comes from and avoid contact with soil near industrial zones to stay safe.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score

10/10

Risk Level

Critical

Primary Contaminant

Unspecified Hazardous Substances

Nearest Superfund Site

COMMERCE STREET PLUME

Distance to Nearest

2.0 mi

Sites Within 5 Miles

Sites Within 10 Miles

County

Chittenden

NPL Status

Active

Regulatory Overview

The Commerce Street Plume is an active site on the National Priorities List under EPA ID 110071100071. This status indicates the location requires long-term federal cleanup because the hazardous substances present a significant risk. Primary exposure pathways include the inhalation of chemical vapors rising through the soil into buildings and the ingestion of contaminated groundwater. Health risks from these substances include potential respiratory issues, nervous system damage, and long-term cancer risks. To defend your health, first install a specialized carbon filtration system for your drinking water if you rely on a private well. Second, hire a professional to test your home for vapor intrusion to ensure toxic gases are not entering your living space from the soil. Third, regularly check the EPA site profile for the Commerce Street Plume to monitor the progress of cleanup efforts and stay informed about new safety warnings. There are nine total hazardous sites within ten miles of Colchester, making environmental awareness a priority for all residents.

Threat Summary

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site Name	EPA ID	Distance	NPL Status
COMMERCE STREET PLUME	110071100071	2.05 mi	Active
VT AIR NATIONAL GUARD	110005260724	3.86 mi	Active
HARBOUR INDUSTRIES (FORMER)	110071100322	5.86 mi	Active
BELL AIRCRAFT DUMP (FORMER)	110071100072	6.24 mi	Active
GENERAL ELECTRIC CO LAKESIDE AVE PLANT	110070605717	6.88 mi	Active
PINE STREET CANAL	110009259809	6.9 mi	Active
RATHE BROTHER'S LANDFILL	110009320127	7.31 mi	Active
US ARMY N.G. ETHAN ALLEN FIRING RANGE	110037143365	7.67 mi	Active
HARBOUR INDUSTRIES	110071100321	8.01 mi	Active

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary due to the critical hazard score in Colchester. Contact the Champlain Housing Trust at 802-861-7394 for information on safe housing programs and environmental health resources in the region. You should also connect with local advocacy organizations such as 350Vermont or 1 For The Planet Inc to join community efforts regarding environmental safety and site remediation. Residents must confirm their water source and request the latest chemical analysis reports. These steps are essential to minimize exposure to the hazardous substances identified at the nearby Commerce Street Plume and surrounding industrial sites.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified

Champlain Housing Trust

Burlington, VT

Call 802-861-7394 HUD Listing

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified

1 For The Planet IncEnvironmental
350vermontEnvironmental
45 Latitude Labs IncEnvironmental

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.