ZIP: 06026

East Granby, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

East Granby faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Bradley International Airport Plane Crash is a nearby Superfund site involving hazardous substances. These contaminants can move through soil and groundwater, potentially affecting the safety of your local environment. This means daily activities like gardening or drinking well water could expose you to dangerous chemicals. You must stay informed about local water quality and avoid direct contact with unidentified runoff to protect your long-term health.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score

10/10

Risk Level

Critical

Primary Contaminant

Unspecified Hazardous Substances

Nearest Superfund Site

BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PLANE CRASH

Distance to Nearest

3.5 mi

Sites Within 5 Miles

Sites Within 10 Miles

County

Hartford

NPL Status

Active

Regulatory Overview

The Bradley International Airport Plane Crash site, EPA ID 110071100915, is an active National Priorities List site. Regulatory data confirms the presence of hazardous substances from aviation incidents. Primary exposure pathways include groundwater migration and soil vapor intrusion into residential areas. Long-term exposure to these unspecified contaminants can lead to chronic respiratory issues and increased cancer risks. Residents living near the airport or the Roncari Trap Rock Quarry must monitor state environmental reports for remediation updates. To mitigate risk, implement these three defensive measures. Install carbon filtration systems for all drinking water to capture volatile compounds. Use HEPA air purifiers to reduce inhalation of contaminated dust or vapors. Utilize raised garden beds with imported soil to prevent direct contact with potentially tainted local earth. These steps provide essential protection while the EPA continues monitoring at designated Superfund locations.

Threat Summary

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site Name	EPA ID	Distance	NPL Status
RONCARI TRAP ROCK QUARRY	110009334489	0.58 mi	Active
CULBRO INDIAN HEAD FARM	110009273400	1 mi	Active
CT AIR NATIONAL GUARD BRADLEY BASE	110071100629	2.18 mi	Active
BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PLANE CRASH	110071100915	3.54 mi	Active
CT MILITARY DEPT ARMY AVIATION SUPPORT FACILITY	110006176716	3.75 mi	Active
HP HOOD ICE CREAM PLANT	110022450916	5.79 mi	Active
NEWBERRY INDUSTRIES	110002479201	7.35 mi	Active
KAMAN AEROSPACE CORP NAVY WEAPONS RESERVE INDUSTRIAL PLANT	110070823260	7.67 mi	Active
AMCO MANUFACTURING (FORMER)	110009334292	7.91 mi	Active
ENFIELD BIGELOW CARPET MILL	110071099995	8.14 mi	Active

Action Required

Residents of East Granby must take immediate steps to secure their housing safety. Contact Aton Forest Inc for information regarding local land conservation and soil safety. For those concerned about the impact of environmental hazards on home safety, reach out to the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Inc. at 860-527-0147 for housing counseling. Additionally, residents can contact Way Finders, Inc. at 413-233-1500 for assistance with housing resources. Document all health symptoms and property concerns to provide to these agencies for further action and investigation.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified

Way Finders, Inc.

Springfield, CT

Call 413-233-1500 HUD Listing

Urban League Of Greater Hartford, Inc.

Hartford, CT

Call 860-527-0147 HUD Listing

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified

Aton Forest Inc Paul LagelEnvironmental
Avon Land Trust IncEnvironmental
Berlin Land Trust 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.