Preston, Connecticut
Preston faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Corning Road Municipal Landfill is a major Superfund site located just over two miles away. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the ground and water. For people living nearby, this means you must be careful about the water you drink and the soil in your yard. These invisible chemicals can hurt your health if they enter your home or local environment.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Preston faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Corning Road Municipal Landfill is a major Superfund site located just over two miles away. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the ground and water. For people living nearby, this means you must be careful about the water you drink and the soil in your yard. These invisible chemicals can hurt your health if they enter your home or local environment.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| CORNING ROAD MUNICIPAL LANDFILL | 110009334504 | 2.41 mi | Active |
| PONEMAH MILLS | 110071941517 | 4.24 mi | Active |
| AMGRAPH PACKAGING | 110030397666 | 5.71 mi | Active |
| LISBON DOT GARAGE | 110009272688 | 6.55 mi | Active |
| PFIZER WASTE DISPOSAL AREA | 110009272287 | 6.68 mi | Active |
| MS CHAMBERS & SON | 110000315855 | 8.28 mi | Active |
| U.S. NAVAL SUBMARINE BASE NEW LONDON (SUBASENLON) | 110006873954 | 9.74 mi | Active |
Action Required
Immediate steps are necessary to address housing safety and environmental advocacy in Preston. Residents experiencing housing instability or concerns about environmental safety in their living conditions should contact the New London Homeless Hospitality Center at 860-501-9900 for guidance on local resources and emergency support. Additionally, community members should engage with the Alliance For The Mystic River Watershed Inc to participate in local water quality monitoring and environmental protection efforts. Taking these actions helps ensure your household remains informed and protected against the critical hazards identified at the Corning Road Municipal Landfill and surrounding industrial sites.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental 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.