Hartford, Connecticut
The area around ZIP code 06143 faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The primary threat is the Coating Sciences, Inc. (Former) Superfund site located just two miles away. Because the site contains hazardous substances, local pollution can affect the air you breathe and the soil in your yard. These chemicals often move through groundwater or dust. Staying safe means being aware of nearby industrial history and monitoring local health alerts to protect your family from long-term exposure.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
The area around ZIP code 06143 faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The primary threat is the Coating Sciences, Inc. (Former) Superfund site located just two miles away. Because the site contains hazardous substances, local pollution can affect the air you breathe and the soil in your yard. These chemicals often move through groundwater or dust. Staying safe means being aware of nearby industrial history and monitoring local health alerts to protect your family from long-term exposure.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| COATING SCIENCES, INC. (FORMER) | 110071100576 | 2.03 mi | Active |
| KAMAN AEROSPACE CORP NAVY WEAPONS RESERVE INDUSTRIAL PLANT | 110070823260 | 2.59 mi | Active |
| JACOBS MANUFACTURING COMPANY, THE | 110009272189 | 4.59 mi | Active |
| KNOLIS ATOMIC POWER LABORATORY WINDSOR SITE | 110069351702 | 4.6 mi | Active |
| EAST HARTFORD MUNICIPAL LANDFILL | 110034176549 | 4.72 mi | Active |
| VA CT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM/NEWINGTON CAMPUS | 110071099789 | 6.37 mi | Active |
| REFUSE DISPOSAL AREA | 110067349211 | 7.14 mi | Active |
| TRANSAMERICA DELAVEL | 110067349220 | 7.2 mi | Active |
| HATCH STREET MERCURY RELEASE | 110071314244 | 7.75 mi | Active |
| GIOGRAPHICS (FORMER) | 110003008511 | 7.85 mi | Active |
Action Required
Concerned residents should contact the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Inc. at 860-527-0147 for assistance with healthy housing environments and local advocacy. For broader environmental education and community safety initiatives, reach out to the Coeea Fund Inc. These organizations provide resources to help navigate the risks associated with the five Superfund sites within a five-mile radius of Hartford. Residents may also contact Way Finders, Inc. at 413-233-1500 for housing support services. Immediate action includes verifying property safety records and participating in local environmental health forums to demand faster site remediation.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental 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.