Manchester, CT (06041) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06041

Manchester, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Manchester residents face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0. The Ability Machine and Tool Company is a nearby Superfund site currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances at this site and others like Gill L. M. Welding mean toxins could be in the soil or water. You should avoid playing in industrial areas or drinking water from untested private wells. These chemicals cause health problems if you are exposed through breathing or touch.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
ABLILITY MACHINE & TOOL COMPANY
Distance to Nearest
2.5 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
11
Sites Within 10 Miles
27
County
Hartford
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Ability Machine and Tool Company site, EPA ID 110009328557, maintains an active status on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight confirms the presence of unspecified hazardous substances that require ongoing remediation. Primary exposure pathways include vapor intrusion into residential basements, groundwater contamination, and direct contact with impacted surface soils. These contaminants pose severe health risks, including potential respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer vulnerability over prolonged periods. Environmental data indicates a high density of secondary sites, with 11 facilities within five miles, including Gill L. M. Welding and Giographics. To mitigate personal risk, residents must implement three specific defensive measures. First, install a certified carbon filtration system for all potable water sources to remove chemical traces. Second, use a high-quality HEPA air purifier to address potential vapor intrusion indoors. Third, maintain a strict barrier between local soil and living spaces by removing shoes at the door and sealing basement cracks. Detailed cleanup progress and technical reports are available through the EPA Superfund site database. Monitoring local air quality reports is essential for residents near these active locations.

Threat Summary

Manchester residents face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0. The Ability Machine and Tool Company is a nearby Superfund site currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances at this site and others like Gill L. M. Welding mean toxins could be in the soil or water. You should avoid playing in industrial areas or drinking water from untested private wells. These chemicals cause health problems if you are exposed through breathing or touch.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
GILL L. M. WELDING1100030099580.03 miActive
GIOGRAPHICS (FORMER)1100030085110.09 miActive
MORLAND VALVE1100093345680.41 miActive
KLOCK MACHINE COMPANY1100711001561.19 miActive
MANCHESTER CITY OF HHHWC1100303656191.6 miActive
ABLILITY MACHINE & TOOL COMPANY1100093285572.48 miActive
REFUSE DISPOSAL AREA1100673492112.76 miActive
VACANT LOT1100432047332.78 miActive
LYDALL, INC.1100711004883.36 miActive
EAST HARTFORD MUNICIPAL LANDFILL1100341765493.6 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and explore safer housing alternatives. Contact the Urban League of Greater Hartford at 860-527-0147 for assistance with housing counseling and environmental health advocacy. This agency provides support for families navigating critical hazard zones. Additionally, coordination with the Avon Land Trust can provide information on local land conservation and soil safety. Prompt communication with these organizations ensures access to professional guidance on chemical exposure protocols. Residents should request a comprehensive home safety assessment to document specific risks associated with the 06041 ZIP code.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Way Finders, Inc.
Springfield, CT
Urban League Of Greater Hartford, Inc.
Hartford, 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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