Eastford, Connecticut
Eastford, Connecticut, faces a critical environmental safety rating of 10.0. The primary threat is the Buells Greenhouses, Inc. Superfund site, located only 3.0 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or local water supplies. For people living nearby, these toxins mean you must be very careful with well water and local soil. Harmful chemicals can enter your body through drinking, breathing, or touching contaminated materials, leading to serious health problems.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Eastford, Connecticut, faces a critical environmental safety rating of 10.0. The primary threat is the Buells Greenhouses, Inc. Superfund site, located only 3.0 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or local water supplies. For people living nearby, these toxins mean you must be very careful with well water and local soil. Harmful chemicals can enter your body through drinking, breathing, or touching contaminated materials, leading to serious health problems.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUELLS GREENHOUSES, INC. | 110071099798 | 3.02 mi | Active |
| LINEMASTER SWITCH CORP-TREATMENT PLANT | 110049849107 | 3.92 mi | Active |
| LOOS & CO, INC. | 110071099795 | 6.31 mi | Active |
| NORTHEAST UTILITIES (FRMR COAL GASIF.) | 110009334103 | 6.63 mi | Active |
| PUTNAM DOT GARAGE (FORMER) | 110009334283 | 6.63 mi | Active |
| QUINIQUACK FARM | 110009272045 | 7.82 mi | Active |
| MACE POLYMER FIRE | 110071328310 | 9.12 mi | Active |
| DOT GARAGE | 110009272713 | 9.3 mi | Active |
| THOMPSON DOT GARAGE | 110009334327 | 9.57 mi | Active |
| DANIELSON DOT GARAGE | 110009349455 | 9.78 mi | Active |
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary to secure your home against local environmental hazards. Residents should contact RCAP Solutions, Inc. at 978-630-6734 to discuss housing safety and potential mitigation resources available for the 06242 area. Additionally, engaging with the Crystal Pond Association Inc can provide community-level updates on local water quality and conservation efforts. These organizations offer the professional guidance needed to navigate the risks associated with the active Superfund sites nearby. Do not delay in verifying the safety of your private well and living environment through these established local channels.
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.