Hartford, CT (06132) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06132

Hartford, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Residents in the 06132 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Coating Sciences, Inc. (Former) site is just two miles away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals can move through the soil or water, potentially affecting the air you breathe and the ground where children play. Living near an active Superfund site means you must stay alert about local pollution. Toxic materials hidden underground can pose long-term risks to your family’s health and safety.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
COATING SCIENCES, INC. (FORMER)
Distance to Nearest
2.0 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
5
Sites Within 10 Miles
29
County
Hartford
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Coating Sciences, Inc. (Former) site, identified by EPA ID 110071100576, is currently an active Superfund site on the National Priorities List. With five hazardous sites within five miles and twenty-nine within ten miles, Hartford residents face significant cumulative exposure risks. Primary contaminants involve hazardous substances that may migrate via groundwater plumes or soil vapor intrusion into residential basements. These pathways can lead to chronic health issues, including respiratory distress and potential neurological impacts depending on specific chemical concentrations. Local industrial history, including nearby facilities like Kaman Aerospace and the East Hartford Municipal Landfill, increases the risk of heavy metal and volatile organic compound exposure. To defend your health, residents should first install high-quality HEPA air filtration systems to mitigate indoor air pollutants. Second, avoid using private well water for drinking or gardening until it is professionally tested for industrial contaminants. Third, remove shoes before entering the home to prevent tracking contaminated soil into living spaces. Continuous monitoring of EPA updates regarding the Knolis Atomic Power Laboratory and Jacobs Manufacturing Company sites is necessary for long-term safety planning in this high-risk zone.

Threat Summary

Residents in the 06132 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Coating Sciences, Inc. (Former) site is just two miles away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals can move through the soil or water, potentially affecting the air you breathe and the ground where children play. Living near an active Superfund site means you must stay alert about local pollution. Toxic materials hidden underground can pose long-term risks to your family’s health and safety.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
COATING SCIENCES, INC. (FORMER)1100711005762.03 miActive
KAMAN AEROSPACE CORP NAVY WEAPONS RESERVE INDUSTRIAL PLANT1100708232602.59 miActive
JACOBS MANUFACTURING COMPANY, THE1100092721894.59 miActive
KNOLIS ATOMIC POWER LABORATORY WINDSOR SITE1100693517024.6 miActive
EAST HARTFORD MUNICIPAL LANDFILL1100341765494.72 miActive
VA CT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM/NEWINGTON CAMPUS1100710997896.37 miActive
REFUSE DISPOSAL AREA1100673492117.14 miActive
TRANSAMERICA DELAVEL1100673492207.2 miActive
HATCH STREET MERCURY RELEASE1100713142447.75 miActive
GIOGRAPHICS (FORMER)1100030085117.85 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary for residents in the 06132 ZIP code. Contact the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Inc. at 860-527-0147 to discuss housing safety and environmental justice resources available to the community. For those seeking housing stability assistance near these industrial zones, Way Finders, Inc. can be reached at 413-233-1500. Additionally, engage with local environmental nonprofits like the Coeea Fund Inc to stay informed on regional cleanup efforts. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to state environmental authorities immediately to ensure proper site oversight.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Way Finders, Inc.
Springfield, CT
Urban League Of Greater Hartford, Inc.
Hartford, CT

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • Ar Rahman CorpEnvironmental
  • Beverage Container Stewardship Connecticut IncEnvironmental
  • Coeea Fund 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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