New Britain, CT (06052) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06052

New Britain, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

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

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
ACCURATE BRAZING COMPANY
Distance to Nearest
3.0 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
24
Sites Within 10 Miles
54
County
Hartford
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Accurate Brazing Company site, identified by EPA ID 110003014425, is currently an active location on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight confirms that unspecified hazardous substances remain a concern for the surrounding community. Exposure pathways primarily include the inhalation of contaminated dust, ingestion of tainted groundwater, and direct skin contact with polluted soil. Health risks associated with industrial contaminants often involve long-term respiratory issues, skin irritation, and potential neurological impacts depending on the specific chemicals present. The presence of twenty-four hazardous sites within a five-mile radius, including the Hatch Street Mercury Release and Nickson Industries, complicates the local environmental profile. To reduce your risk, implement these three defensive measures. First, use high-quality HEPA air filtration systems inside your home to trap industrial particles. Second, rely exclusively on municipal water services or have private wells tested annually by a certified laboratory for heavy metals and toxins. Third, maintain a thick layer of mulch or clean soil over bare ground in your yard to prevent children and pets from tracking contaminated dust indoors. Monitoring the EPA official database for updates on the Accurate Brazing Company cleanup progress is essential for residents living within this critical hazard zone.

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 NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
NICKSON INDUSTRIES1100030158982.7 miActive
HATCH STREET MERCURY RELEASE1100713142442.74 miActive
ALLIED METAL PRODUCTS1100017584292.86 miActive
TRW MARLIN ROCKWELL DIV. (FORMER)1100271561732.92 miActive
ACCURATE BRAZING COMPANY1100030144253.03 miActive
GENERAL ELECTRIC CONSUMER & INDUSTRIAL1100156820643.08 miActive
JOB PLATING1100020887763.21 miActive
KALART VICTOR CORPORATION1100061842713.45 miActive
R. P. OLSON AND SON COMPANY1100093341583.93 miActive
WASLEY PRODUCTS/PRECISION MOLDING1100006030624.28 miActive

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 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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