New Britain, Connecticut
New Britain faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Accurate Brazing Company is the primary Superfund site nearby. Hazardous substances from industrial work have contaminated the local area. For daily life, this means chemicals could be in the soil or groundwater around you. There are twenty-four hazardous sites within five miles of your home. You must be careful about contact with unknown dirt or well water. Staying informed is the best way to protect your family.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
New Britain faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Accurate Brazing Company is the primary Superfund site nearby. Hazardous substances from industrial work have contaminated the local area. For daily life, this means chemicals could be in the soil or groundwater around you. There are twenty-four hazardous sites within five miles of your home. You must be careful about contact with unknown dirt or well water. Staying informed is the best way to protect your family.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| NICKSON INDUSTRIES | 110003015898 | 2.7 mi | Active |
| HATCH STREET MERCURY RELEASE | 110071314244 | 2.74 mi | Active |
| ALLIED METAL PRODUCTS | 110001758429 | 2.86 mi | Active |
| TRW MARLIN ROCKWELL DIV. (FORMER) | 110027156173 | 2.92 mi | Active |
| ACCURATE BRAZING COMPANY | 110003014425 | 3.03 mi | Active |
| GENERAL ELECTRIC CONSUMER & INDUSTRIAL | 110015682064 | 3.08 mi | Active |
| JOB PLATING | 110002088776 | 3.21 mi | Active |
| KALART VICTOR CORPORATION | 110006184271 | 3.45 mi | Active |
| R. P. OLSON AND SON COMPANY | 110009334158 | 3.93 mi | Active |
| WASLEY PRODUCTS/PRECISION MOLDING | 110000603062 | 4.28 mi | Active |
Action Required
You must take immediate steps to secure your living environment. Contact the Urban League of Greater Hartford at 860-527-0147 to discuss safe housing options and environmental justice resources available to New Britain residents. Additionally, the Berlin Land Trust Inc can provide information on local land conservation and soil health. If you are concerned about your current residence, reach out to the Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury at 203-753-1896 for guidance on property safety and relocation assistance. Document any unusual health symptoms and report environmental concerns to local health officials to ensure community-wide monitoring.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental 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.