ZIP: 06030

Farmington, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Farmington faces a critical hazard level of 10.0. The Coating Sciences, Inc. (Former) Superfund site is located only two miles from the center of town. Because this site is active and contains unspecified hazardous substances, it poses a direct threat to your environment. These chemicals can seep into the ground and water near your home. For daily life, this means avoiding contact with dirt in industrial areas and being cautious about using untreated well water for drinking.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score

10/10

Risk Level

Critical

Primary Contaminant

Unspecified Hazardous Substances

Nearest Superfund Site

COATING SCIENCES, INC. (FORMER)

Distance to Nearest

2.0 mi

Sites Within 5 Miles

Sites Within 10 Miles

County

Hartford

NPL Status

Active

Regulatory Overview

The Coating Sciences, Inc. (Former) site, EPA ID 110071100576, is currently an active National Priorities List site. This designation means the EPA is overseeing a long-term cleanup of hazardous substances. Primary exposure pathways for this region include groundwater contamination and soil vapor intrusion, where toxic gases move from the soil into indoor air. Health risks from these unspecified substances include increased cancer risks and organ damage. Within ten miles, twenty-nine hazardous sites exist, including Kaman Aerospace and East Hartford Municipal Landfill. You must take three defensive measures immediately. First, install an activated carbon water filtration system to remove chemical contaminants from your tap. Second, utilize a HEPA air filtration unit in the home to trap airborne particles. Third, remove shoes at the door to prevent tracking contaminated soil into your residence. These steps reduce the likelihood of chronic exposure to environmental toxins. Regularly check the EPA site for updates on the cleanup status and environmental testing results for the 06030 area. Maintaining awareness of local industrial history is vital for personal safety.

Threat Summary

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site Name	EPA ID	Distance	NPL Status
COATING SCIENCES, INC. (FORMER)	110071100576	2.03 mi	Active
KAMAN AEROSPACE CORP NAVY WEAPONS RESERVE INDUSTRIAL PLANT	110070823260	2.59 mi	Active
JACOBS MANUFACTURING COMPANY, THE	110009272189	4.59 mi	Active
KNOLIS ATOMIC POWER LABORATORY WINDSOR SITE	110069351702	4.6 mi	Active
EAST HARTFORD MUNICIPAL LANDFILL	110034176549	4.72 mi	Active
VA CT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM/NEWINGTON CAMPUS	110071099789	6.37 mi	Active
REFUSE DISPOSAL AREA	110067349211	7.14 mi	Active
TRANSAMERICA DELAVEL	110067349220	7.2 mi	Active
HATCH STREET MERCURY RELEASE	110071314244	7.75 mi	Active
GIOGRAPHICS (FORMER)	110003008511	7.85 mi	Active

Action Required

Residents should contact local organizations for advocacy and housing support. Reach out to the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Inc. at 860-527-0147 for assistance with environmental health concerns and housing rights. For information on local land preservation and soil health, contact the Avon Land Trust Inc. If you need assistance finding safe housing away from industrial hazards, call Way Finders, Inc. at 413-233-1500. These organizations provide the necessary tools to navigate the risks associated with the Coating Sciences Superfund site and ensure your family remains in a safe living environment.

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.