East Lyme, CT (06333) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06333

East Lyme, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Families in East Lyme face a critical environmental threat. The National Guard Stone's Ranch Military Reservation is a Superfund site located only two miles from your home. This area contains hazardous substances that could affect your soil or water. Because the site is active on the National Priorities List, these materials are not yet fully contained. This means you should be cautious about playing in local woods or using well water without testing it first to stay safe.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
NATIONAL GUARD STONE'S RANCH MILITARY RESERVATION
Distance to Nearest
2.0 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
4
Sites Within 10 Miles
14
County
New London
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The National Guard Stone’s Ranch Military Reservation, EPA ID 110024526707, is currently listed as an active site on the National Priorities List. The primary contaminants are classified as unspecified hazardous substances resulting from military operations. Exposure pathways include groundwater migration and soil vapor intrusion into nearby residential structures. Long-term health risks associated with military hazardous waste often include respiratory issues, skin irritation, and potential neurological effects depending on the specific chemical concentrations present. Monitoring by the Environmental Protection Agency is ongoing, but full remediation remains incomplete. Residents must take immediate defensive measures to reduce exposure. First, install a high-quality carbon filtration system on all drinking water taps to remove chemical particulates. Second, seal any cracks in basement floors or foundations to prevent hazardous vapors from entering the living space. Third, avoid gardening or disturbing soil in areas where runoff from the military reservation may collect. Regular testing of private wells is mandatory for residents in the 06333 area to ensure water safety. Refer to the EPA site for updated investigation reports and specific chemical findings as they become available.

Threat Summary

Families in East Lyme face a critical environmental threat. The National Guard Stone's Ranch Military Reservation is a Superfund site located only two miles from your home. This area contains hazardous substances that could affect your soil or water. Because the site is active on the National Priorities List, these materials are not yet fully contained. This means you should be cautious about playing in local woods or using well water without testing it first to stay safe.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
NATIONAL GUARD STONE'S RANCH MILITARY RESERVATION1100245267071.96 miActive
PRICE DRISCOLL SITE1100565631153.82 miActive
NEW LONDON TEXTILE PRINT1100093345863.97 miActive
NAVAL UNDERWATER SYSTEMS CENTER1100083054044.74 miActive
NAVAL UNDERWTR SYSTEMS CENTER/LAB1100648004346.92 miActive
US COAST GUARD ACADEMY1100007865247.12 miActive
U.S. NAVAL SUBMARINE BASE NEW LONDON (SUBASENLON)1100068739547.9 miActive
HIGHLINE PRODUCTS CORP1100020892678.49 miActive
VERPLEX COMPANY1100093344168.53 miActive
DOD/USN SB/AREA A LANDFILL #21100706052708.57 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary for East Lyme residents. Contact the Alewife Cove Conservancy to learn about local water quality monitoring and environmental protection efforts in the watershed. For those requiring housing assistance or facing displacement due to environmental hazards, contact the New London Homeless Hospitality Center at 860-501-9900. Request an assessment of your property's proximity to the National Guard Stone's Ranch Military Reservation. Staying informed through local environmental groups ensures you receive the most recent data regarding soil and water safety near your home and the surrounding military installations.

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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