Columbia, Connecticut
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
Regulatory Overview
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 Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| VILLAGE STRIPPER | 110009272401 | 4.32 mi | Active |
| YSG PROPERTIES | 110009334933 | 4.53 mi | Active |
| NORTHEAST UTILITIES | 110071855922 | 4.74 mi | Active |
| AMERICAN THREAD COMPANY (FORMER) | 110000865270 | 5.03 mi | Active |
| DIP N STRIP | 110006491402 | 5.1 mi | Active |
| WINDHAM MUNICIPAL DUMP | 110001734035 | 6.92 mi | Active |
| H. L. DIEHL | 110071100489 | 6.95 mi | Active |
| UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT LANDFILL/WASTE PITS | 110009334121 | 8.06 mi | Active |
| CLARK DEWATERING LIMITED | 110002480164 | 9.15 mi | Active |
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 VerifiedEnvironmental 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.