New London, CT (06320) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06320

New London, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

New London faces a critical hazard level because of several nearby industrial and military waste sites. The most significant threat is the DOD/USN SB/AREA A LANDFILL #2, which is a federal Superfund site. While the exact contaminants are unspecified hazardous substances, they can still impact your daily health. This means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. Understanding these risks helps you protect your family from invisible chemicals that might be in the ground or water around your home.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
DOD/USN SB/AREA A LANDFILL #2
Distance to Nearest
4.8 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
9
Sites Within 10 Miles
14
County
New London
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The DOD/USN SB/AREA A LANDFILL #2 is an active site on the National Priorities List, meaning the EPA is currently supervising long-term cleanup. Exposure pathways for residents typically involve groundwater contamination or the movement of hazardous vapors through soil into buildings. Because the site is part of a naval base, health risks often involve exposure to heavy metals or industrial solvents, which can lead to chronic health problems if ingested or inhaled. Residents should consult the EPA site profile for ID 110070605270 to track remediation progress. To mitigate risks, follow three defensive measures. First, install a certified water filtration system that targets heavy metals and volatile organic compounds for all household water. Second, perform regular indoor air quality testing to ensure that chemical vapors from the soil are not entering your home. Third, wash your hands and shoes immediately after spending time outdoors to prevent tracking potentially contaminated soil into your residence. These steps provide protection against the pollutants found at the nine nearby industrial sites, including the U.S. Naval Submarine Base and local textile printing facilities. Constant vigilance regarding environmental data is necessary for those living within five miles of these active hazard zones.

Threat Summary

New London faces a critical hazard level because of several nearby industrial and military waste sites. The most significant threat is the DOD/USN SB/AREA A LANDFILL #2, which is a federal Superfund site. While the exact contaminants are unspecified hazardous substances, they can still impact your daily health. This means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. Understanding these risks helps you protect your family from invisible chemicals that might be in the ground or water around your home.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
U.S. NAVAL SUBMARINE BASE NEW LONDON (SUBASENLON)1100068739541.49 miActive
US COAST GUARD ACADEMY1100007865242.99 miActive
NEW LONDON TEXTILE PRINT1100093345863.16 miActive
PRICE DRISCOLL SITE1100565631153.23 miActive
PFIZER WASTE DISPOSAL AREA1100092722873.63 miActive
NAVAL UNDERWTR SYSTEMS CENTER/LAB1100648004344.67 miActive
DOD/USN SB/AREA A LANDFILL #21100706052704.84 miActive
DOD/USN SB/DPDO AREA SITE #61100706052714.84 miActive
DOD/USN SB/FUEL OIL STORAGE TANKS 101100706052724.84 miActive
NATIONAL GUARD STONE'S RANCH MILITARY RESERVATION1100245267075.64 miActive

Action Required

Residents should take immediate steps to protect their health and housing rights. For environmental advocacy and watershed protection, contact the Alewife Cove Conservancy to learn about local contamination monitoring. If your housing situation is affected by environmental hazards or if you require emergency relocation assistance, contact the New London Homeless Hospitality Center at 860-501-9900. Residents may also reach out to the North Fork Housing Alliance at 631-477-1070 for guidance on secure living conditions. These organizations offer the necessary support to navigate the critical safety challenges posed by the high density of Superfund sites in the New London area.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
North Fork Housing Alliance, Incorporated
Greenport, CT
New London Homeless Hospitality Center
New London, CT

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • 4 Conservation Charitable FoundationEnvironmental
  • Alewife Cove ConservancyEnvironmental
  • Alliance For The Mystic River Watershed 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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