Columbia, CT (06237) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06237

Columbia, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Columbia faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Northeast Utilities Superfund site sits less than five miles away and remains active on the National Priorities List. This location contains unspecified hazardous substances that may impact your soil and water safety. Living near these chemical sites means you must be careful about local well water and gardening. Hazardous materials can move through the ground over time, potentially entering your home environment or the air you breathe daily.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
NORTHEAST UTILITIES
Distance to Nearest
4.7 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
3
Sites Within 10 Miles
9
County
Tolland
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Northeast Utilities facility, EPA ID 110071855922, is currently classified as an active site under the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight confirms the presence of hazardous substances that require long-term remedial action. Primary exposure pathways for residents in the 06237 area include groundwater migration and vapor intrusion from contaminated soil. These unspecified hazardous substances pose significant long-term health risks, including potential respiratory issues and increased cancer risk depending on specific chemical concentrations. There are nine hazardous sites within a ten-mile radius, including Village Stripper and YSG Properties, which increases the cumulative toxic burden on the local ecosystem. To protect your household, implement three specific defensive measures immediately. First, conduct professional laboratory testing of all private well water to check for volatile organic compounds and heavy metals. Second, install high-efficiency particulate air filters in your HVAC system to reduce the inhalation of airborne contaminants. Third, use raised garden beds with imported soil to prevent direct contact with local dirt. Monitor the EPA site registry for updates on cleanup progress and mitigation milestones for the Northeast Utilities location to stay informed about local environmental changes.

Threat Summary

Columbia faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Northeast Utilities Superfund site sits less than five miles away and remains active on the National Priorities List. This location contains unspecified hazardous substances that may impact your soil and water safety. Living near these chemical sites means you must be careful about local well water and gardening. Hazardous materials can move through the ground over time, potentially entering your home environment or the air you breathe daily.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
VILLAGE STRIPPER1100092724014.32 miActive
YSG PROPERTIES1100093349334.53 miActive
NORTHEAST UTILITIES1100718559224.74 miActive
AMERICAN THREAD COMPANY (FORMER)1100008652705.03 miActive
DIP N STRIP1100064914025.1 miActive
WINDHAM MUNICIPAL DUMP1100017340356.92 miActive
H. L. DIEHL1100711004896.95 miActive
UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT LANDFILL/WASTE PITS1100093341218.06 miActive
CLARK DEWATERING LIMITED1100024801649.15 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact local organizations to discuss environmental safety and housing protections. Reach out to the Urban League of Greater Hartford at 860-527-0147 for guidance on safe housing and community resources. For specific information regarding the preservation of local water and land quality, contact the Friends of Lake Williams Inc. They focus on local environmental health and can provide updates on watershed safety. Additionally, the NSC NACA Counseling Subsidiary in Hartford is available at 203-562-6220-1385 to assist with housing stability and safety concerns related to your property and the surrounding hazardous sites.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Urban League Of Greater Hartford, Inc.
Hartford, CT
Nsc – Hartford Ct
Naca Counseling Subsidiary, CT

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • Crystal Pond Association IncEnvironmental
  • Friends Of Lake Williams IncEnvironmental
  • Friends Of Mono Pond State Park 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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