Pomfret Center, CT (06259) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06259

Pomfret Center, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Residents in Pomfret Center face a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The Buells Greenhouses, Inc. Superfund site is located less than five miles from your community. While the EPA lists the contaminants as unspecified hazardous substances, these materials can seep into the ground and water you use every day. This means your local environment may contain hidden dangers that affect the safety of your soil and drinking water, requiring careful attention to local health advisories.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
BUELLS GREENHOUSES, INC.
Distance to Nearest
4.8 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
4
Sites Within 10 Miles
12
County
Windham
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Buells Greenhouses site is currently designated as an active hazard under the National Priorities List with EPA ID 110071099798. Environmental investigations identify potential exposure pathways through groundwater migration and soil vapor intrusion from the unspecified hazardous substances documented at the location. Residents also face risks from nearby facilities including Loos & Co and the Linemaster Switch Corp-Treatment Plant. These industrial sites contribute to a cumulative environmental burden that can lead to long-term health complications such as respiratory issues or organ stress if contaminants enter the domestic water supply or local food chain. To mitigate these risks, property owners should implement three defensive measures. First, install high-efficiency particulate air filtration systems to reduce indoor inhalation of airborne particulates. Second, conduct annual professional testing of private well water for volatile organic compounds and heavy metals. Third, establish raised garden beds using imported, certified clean soil to prevent the uptake of legacy pollutants into homegrown produce. Monitoring the official EPA Superfund profile for Buells Greenhouses is essential for updates on remedial actions and containment progress.

Threat Summary

Residents in Pomfret Center face a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The Buells Greenhouses, Inc. Superfund site is located less than five miles from your community. While the EPA lists the contaminants as unspecified hazardous substances, these materials can seep into the ground and water you use every day. This means your local environment may contain hidden dangers that affect the safety of your soil and drinking water, requiring careful attention to local health advisories.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
LOOS & CO, INC.1100710997952.17 miActive
QUINIQUACK FARM1100092720454.02 miActive
DOT GARAGE1100092727134.74 miActive
BUELLS GREENHOUSES, INC.1100710997984.78 miActive
LINEMASTER SWITCH CORP-TREATMENT PLANT1100498491075.66 miActive
NORTHEAST UTILITIES (FRMR COAL GASIF.)1100093341035.82 miActive
PUTNAM DOT GARAGE (FORMER)1100093342835.82 miActive
DANIELSON DOT GARAGE1100093494556.1 miActive
GLASS CONTAINER CORPORATION/ANCHOR GLASS1100710997856.3 miActive
C. E. M. COMPANY, INC.1100092713596.76 miActive

Action Required

Immediate steps are necessary to address these critical environmental risks. Residents should contact the Crystal Pond Association Inc to learn more about local water quality monitoring and environmental protection efforts in the Pomfret area. For those concerned about housing safety and environmental justice, contact NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley at 401-762-0993. This agency provides resources for navigating housing-related health hazards. You must also monitor the status of the twelve hazardous sites within ten miles of Pomfret Center to stay informed about potential soil and water contamination affecting your specific property and family health.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Neighborworks Blackstone River Valley
Woonsocket, 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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