East Killingly, CT (06243) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06243

East Killingly, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

East Killingly faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Ballouville Mill Superfund site is only three miles away and contains hazardous substances. Because these chemicals are active and nearby, they can affect your air, water, and soil. Living near five different industrial waste sites means you must be careful when playing outside or using well water. Dangerous materials from these old factories can leak into the ground and reach your home, posing serious risks to your health.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
BALLOUVILLE MILL
Distance to Nearest
3.0 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
5
Sites Within 10 Miles
17
County
Windham
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Ballouville Mill site, EPA ID 110071398170, is currently listed as an active threat on the National Priorities List. With 17 hazardous sites within a ten-mile radius, the East Killingly area suffers from high cumulative industrial impact. Primary exposure pathways include groundwater contamination through leaching and vapor intrusion from legacy industrial chemicals. These unspecified hazardous substances pose long-term risks for respiratory issues, organ damage, and developmental delays if ingested or inhaled. Regulatory oversight is ongoing, but the high density of nearby sites like the Danielson DOT Garage and Glass Container Corporation increases the probability of cross-contamination in local aquifers. To protect your household, follow three defensive measures. First, install a certified high-stage carbon filtration system for all well water to remove volatile organic compounds. Second, use HEPA-certified air purifiers to mitigate the risk of inhaling contaminated dust or vapors. Third, conduct professional soil testing before gardening or landscaping to ensure heavy metals or toxins are not present at the surface level. Monitoring EPA updates on the Ballouville Mill status is essential for staying informed about local remediation progress and changing safety protocols.

Threat Summary

East Killingly faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Ballouville Mill Superfund site is only three miles away and contains hazardous substances. Because these chemicals are active and nearby, they can affect your air, water, and soil. Living near five different industrial waste sites means you must be careful when playing outside or using well water. Dangerous materials from these old factories can leak into the ground and reach your home, posing serious risks to your health.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
BALLOUVILLE MILL1100713981702.97 miActive
C. E. M. COMPANY, INC.1100092713593.24 miActive
GLASS CONTAINER CORPORATION/ANCHOR GLASS1100710997853.35 miActive
DANIELSON DOT GARAGE1100093494553.49 miActive
FOSTER NIKE LAUNCHER AREA1100093099344.43 miActive
100 REYNOLDS ROAD AREA1100711009225.05 miActive
FOSTER TOWN LANDFILL1100093106005.19 miActive
QUINIQUACK FARM1100092720455.52 miActive
FOSTER NIKE CONTROL AREA1100093448245.62 miActive
DOT GARAGE1100092727135.89 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against these critical hazards. For assistance with safe housing and environmental advocacy, contact the West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation at 401-453-3220 or the Providence Housing Authority at 401-751-6400. Additionally, join the Crystal Pond Association Inc to participate in local environmental monitoring and community protection efforts. These organizations provide resources for navigating the risks associated with the Ballouville Mill and other nearby industrial sites. You should request a water quality assessment and home safety review to ensure your property meets minimum health standards.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation
Providence, CT
Providence Housing Authority
Providence, 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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