Unionville, CT (06087) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06087

Unionville, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Unionville has a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Apex Machine and Tool Company is a nearby active Superfund site containing unspecified hazardous substances. These chemicals can impact your daily life by contaminating the soil in your yard or the water coming from your taps. You should avoid digging in unknown soil and ensure your family stays away from fenced industrial zones. With 13 hazardous sites nearby, the risk of chemical exposure remains a serious daily concern.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
APEX MACHINE AND TOOL COMPANY
Distance to Nearest
3.8 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
13
Sites Within 10 Miles
32
County
Hartford
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Apex Machine and Tool Company site, EPA ID 110009334835, is an active National Priorities List site requiring federal oversight. With 13 hazardous sites within five miles and 32 within ten miles, Unionville sits in a high-density industrial corridor. Exposure pathways include vapor intrusion into basements, ingestion of contaminated groundwater, and dermal contact with legacy industrial soils. Health risks associated with unspecified hazardous substances often include respiratory distress, neurological impairment, or long-term organ damage depending on the chemical composition. To mitigate these risks, residents should implement three defensive measures. First, install a high-quality carbon filtration system for all potable water sources to capture volatile organic compounds. Second, use a HEPA-rated air purification system to reduce indoor inhalation of particulate matter or vapors. Third, conduct professional radon and vapor intrusion testing in lower levels of the home to ensure industrial gases are not accumulating. The EPA continues to monitor the Apex site to determine the full extent of the plume and necessary remediation steps. Vigilance is required as many nearby locations, such as the Farmington Landfill II and Dell Manufacturing Company, contribute to the cumulative toxic load.

Threat Summary

Unionville has a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Apex Machine and Tool Company is a nearby active Superfund site containing unspecified hazardous substances. These chemicals can impact your daily life by contaminating the soil in your yard or the water coming from your taps. You should avoid digging in unknown soil and ensure your family stays away from fenced industrial zones. With 13 hazardous sites nearby, the risk of chemical exposure remains a serious daily concern.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
HAYES, INC. (FORMER)1100030077270.38 miActive
FARMINGTON LANDFILL II1100093346842.62 miActive
APEX MACHINE AND TOOL COMPANY1100093348353.76 miActive
DELL MANUFACTURING COMPANY1100092716073.82 miActive
DONCASTERS NEW ENGLAND AIRFOIL1100008512493.85 miActive
EDMUNDS MANUFACTURING1100061792963.9 miActive
WHITNON SPINDLE1100030156103.9 miActive
EDAC TECHNOLOGIES, GROSITE DIVISION1100014059523.91 miActive
CT SPRING & STAMPING CORP1100003151693.92 miActive
TRANSAMERICA DELAVEL1100673492204.24 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact local environmental and housing resources to discuss safety and relocation options. Contact the Urban League of Greater Hartford at 860-527-0147 for assistance with housing quality and safety advocacy. For those seeking information on land conservation and soil safety, reach out to the Avon Land Trust Inc. If you require specialized housing counseling due to environmental hazards, call Way Finders, Inc. at 413-233-1500. Secure all property records and request recent water quality reports from municipal authorities to document any shifts in local contaminant levels.

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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