Hartford, CT (06156) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06156

Hartford, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

The area around Hartford ZIP 06156 faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The former Coating Sciences, Inc. site is a major concern just 4.1 miles away. This location is an active Superfund site containing unspecified hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the ground or water if not managed properly. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality to avoid contact with dangerous industrial waste.

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
4.1 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
4
Sites Within 10 Miles
30
County
Hartford
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Coating Sciences, Inc. (Former) site, identified by EPA ID 110071100576, maintains an active status on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight focuses on unidentified hazardous substances resulting from historical industrial coating operations. Primary exposure pathways include vapor intrusion into residential structures, groundwater migration, and direct contact with contaminated soil. Chronic exposure to industrial solvents and heavy metals often associated with such sites can lead to respiratory issues, neurological damage, or increased cancer risks. There are 30 hazardous sites within a ten-mile radius of this ZIP code, compounding the regional environmental burden. To mitigate personal risk, residents should follow three defensive measures. First, install a high-quality carbon filtration system for all drinking water to capture volatile organic compounds. Second, maintain a vapor barrier in basements or crawl spaces to prevent toxic gases from entering the home. Third, avoid gardening in native soil without first conducting a comprehensive heavy metal laboratory test. Continuous monitoring through the EPA’s Superfund site profile is recommended for updates on remediation progress and land-use restrictions.

Threat Summary

The area around Hartford ZIP 06156 faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The former Coating Sciences, Inc. site is a major concern just 4.1 miles away. This location is an active Superfund site containing unspecified hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the ground or water if not managed properly. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality to avoid contact with dangerous industrial waste.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
EAST HARTFORD MUNICIPAL LANDFILL1100341765493.18 miActive
JACOBS MANUFACTURING COMPANY, THE1100092721893.64 miActive
COATING SCIENCES, INC. (FORMER)1100711005764.13 miActive
KAMAN AEROSPACE CORP NAVY WEAPONS RESERVE INDUSTRIAL PLANT1100708232604.64 miActive
KNOLIS ATOMIC POWER LABORATORY WINDSOR SITE1100693517025.2 miActive
VA CT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM/NEWINGTON CAMPUS1100710997895.2 miActive
CARUSO PROPERTY1100138052496.45 miActive
GIOGRAPHICS (FORMER)1100030085116.66 miActive
GILL L. M. WELDING1100030099586.71 miActive
ROSER TANNERY1100093342106.72 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary due to the critical hazard rating. Residents seeking housing stability or safety counseling should contact the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Inc. at 860-527-0147. This agency provides guidance on local living conditions and tenant rights. For environmental advocacy and education, contact the Coeea Fund Inc to learn about local conservation efforts. If you are considering relocating due to environmental concerns, reach out to Way Finders, Inc. at 413-233-1500 for assistance with regional housing programs and safety assessments within the Hartford and Springfield corridors.

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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