West Simsbury, Connecticut
West Simsbury faces a critical environmental hazard score of ten. The Swift J. Chemical Company (Former) is a nearby Superfund site currently listed as active by the federal government. This facility contains hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or water. For your daily life, this means toxic chemicals might be present in the soil where children play or in the water used for drinking and bathing. These hidden dangers require residents to stay alert to protect their health.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
West Simsbury faces a critical environmental hazard score of ten. The Swift J. Chemical Company (Former) is a nearby Superfund site currently listed as active by the federal government. This facility contains hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or water. For your daily life, this means toxic chemicals might be present in the soil where children play or in the water used for drinking and bathing. These hidden dangers require residents to stay alert to protect their health.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWIFT J. CHEMICAL COMPANY (FORMER) | 110009272205 | 3.27 mi | Active |
| KAMAN AEROSPACE CORP NAVY WEAPONS RESERVE INDUSTRIAL PLANT | 110070823260 | 6.68 mi | Active |
| HURLEY MANUFACTURING | 110009271527 | 6.75 mi | Active |
| CULBRO INDIAN HEAD FARM | 110009273400 | 6.91 mi | Active |
| COATING SCIENCES, INC. (FORMER) | 110071100576 | 6.93 mi | Active |
| BARKHAMSTED-NEW HARTFORD LANDFILL | 110044324978 | 7.44 mi | Active |
| RONCARI TRAP ROCK QUARRY | 110009334489 | 7.8 mi | Active |
| HAYES, INC. (FORMER) | 110003007727 | 7.93 mi | Active |
| CT AIR NATIONAL GUARD BRADLEY BASE | 110071100629 | 8.9 mi | Active |
| FARMINGTON LANDFILL II | 110009334684 | 9.37 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate action to address these critical environmental risks. For housing assistance and safety counseling, contact the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Inc. at 860-527-0147. If you require relocation services or specialized housing support, call Way Finders, Inc. at 413-233-1500. To learn more about local land preservation and environmental advocacy, reach out to the Avon Land Trust Inc or Aton Forest Inc Paul Lagel. Securing professional testing and consulting with these agencies is the most effective way to ensure your property and family remain safe from nearby chemical contamination.
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.