Berlin, CT (06037) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06037

Berlin, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Berlin faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Allied Metal Products site is only two miles away and is currently active on the National Priority List. This means dangerous chemicals are present in the soil or water nearby. These substances can enter your home through dust or groundwater. For daily life, this means you must be careful about gardening in local soil or drinking unfiltered well water. Exposure can lead to long-term health problems if not managed carefully.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
ALLIED METAL PRODUCTS
Distance to Nearest
2.0 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
9
Sites Within 10 Miles
57
County
Hartford
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Allied Metal Products facility, identified by EPA ID 110001758429, remains an active site under the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight confirms the presence of hazardous substances requiring long-term remediation. Exposure pathways primarily include vapor intrusion into residential basements, ingestion of contaminated groundwater, and direct contact with legacy soil pollutants. Health risks associated with these unspecified hazardous substances often include respiratory distress, neurological impairment, and increased cancer risk from prolonged exposure. The EPA continues to monitor these sites to prevent the migration of contaminants into the local aquifer. Residents should adopt three specific defensive measures to mitigate risk. First, install a high-quality carbon filtration system for all potable water sources to remove chemical traces. Second, implement a vapor barrier or radon-style mitigation system in basements to prevent toxic gases from entering the home. Third, maintain a strict no-shoes policy indoors to prevent the tracking of contaminated exterior soil into living spaces. Continuous monitoring of EPA updates regarding the Allied Metal Products site is essential for residents within the five-mile radius, which contains nine total hazardous locations.

Threat Summary

Berlin faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Allied Metal Products site is only two miles away and is currently active on the National Priority List. This means dangerous chemicals are present in the soil or water nearby. These substances can enter your home through dust or groundwater. For daily life, this means you must be careful about gardening in local soil or drinking unfiltered well water. Exposure can lead to long-term health problems if not managed carefully.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
ALLIED METAL PRODUCTS1100017584291.97 miActive
LOGAN STEEL1100211583982.12 miActive
SAFEWAY PRODUCTS, INC. (BONDED TECHNOLOGY)1100711002283.65 miActive
MILLER JOHNSON (FORMER)1100464796904.17 miActive
CRC CHROME1100014085844.55 miActive
MASTRIANNI GRAVEL PIT1100093348804.68 miActive
R. P. OLSON AND SON COMPANY1100093341584.8 miActive
US ARMY RESERVE CENTER1100200341674.81 miActive
PHILLIPS PROPERTY1100093494644.83 miActive
ACCURATE BRAZING COMPANY1100030144255.16 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and understand local land use. Contact the Berlin Land Trust Inc for information on local soil quality and protected conservation efforts in your immediate area. For those concerned about property safety or housing stability due to environmental factors, contact the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Inc. at 860-527-0147. They provide essential guidance for residents navigating hazardous zones. It is vital to document any property concerns and seek professional environmental testing to ensure your home remains safe from migrating pollutants.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Urban League Of Greater Hartford, Inc.
Hartford, CT
Neighborhood Housing Services Of Waterbury, Inc.
Nest, CT

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.

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