Suffield, Connecticut
Suffield faces a critical safety rating of 10.0 due to high industrial density. The AMCO Manufacturing site is the primary Superfund threat nearby. While specific chemicals are listed as unspecified, hazardous substances in the soil and water can travel through the ground. This means your local environment may contain hidden pollutants that affect your air or tap water. Living near nine contaminated sites within five miles increases your long-term exposure risk to industrial waste and chemical runoff.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Suffield faces a critical safety rating of 10.0 due to high industrial density. The AMCO Manufacturing site is the primary Superfund threat nearby. While specific chemicals are listed as unspecified, hazardous substances in the soil and water can travel through the ground. This means your local environment may contain hidden pollutants that affect your air or tap water. Living near nine contaminated sites within five miles increases your long-term exposure risk to industrial waste and chemical runoff.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP HOOD ICE CREAM PLANT | 110022450916 | 0.24 mi | Active |
| BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PLANE CRASH | 110071100915 | 2.48 mi | Active |
| NEWBERRY INDUSTRIES | 110002479201 | 2.49 mi | Active |
| CT MILITARY DEPT ARMY AVIATION SUPPORT FACILITY | 110006176716 | 2.68 mi | Active |
| ENFIELD BIGELOW CARPET MILL | 110071099995 | 3.75 mi | Active |
| CT AIR NATIONAL GUARD BRADLEY BASE | 110071100629 | 3.88 mi | Active |
| BROAD BROOK MILL | 110009271297 | 4.74 mi | Active |
| AMCO MANUFACTURING (FORMER) | 110009334292 | 4.82 mi | Active |
| KEMENT PARK LANDFILL | 110009272269 | 4.95 mi | Active |
| RONCARI TRAP ROCK QUARRY | 110009334489 | 5.31 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and evaluate property safety. Contact the Urban League of Greater Hartford at 860-527-0147 for assistance with housing safety and environmental justice resources. Alternatively, reach out to Way Finders in Springfield at 413-233-1500 for guidance on lead and contaminant mitigation in residential settings. For local ecological advocacy and land preservation concerns, contact Aton Forest Inc. Professional environmental testing is recommended for all properties located within the five-mile radius of the AMCO Manufacturing site and the surrounding industrial corridor to ensure safety.
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.