Stonington, CT (06378) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06378

Stonington, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Stonington faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The 1109th Aviation Classification and Repair Depot is the closest Superfund site, located just over seven miles away. This active site contains hazardous substances that can move through the air, soil, or groundwater. In your daily life, these pollutants may contaminate local water sources or accumulate in the food chain. Stay alert to local health advisories and avoid areas where industrial runoff might enter the environment.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
1109TH AVIATION CLASSIFICATION & REPAIR DEPOT
Distance to Nearest
7.4 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
0
Sites Within 10 Miles
11
County
New London
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 1109th Aviation Classification and Repair Depot is currently listed as an active site on the National Priorities List by the Environmental Protection Agency. This facility, identified by EPA ID 110001408432, undergoes federal monitoring due to the presence of hazardous substances resulting from aviation maintenance activities. Exposure pathways primarily include the migration of contaminants into local groundwater and soil vapor intrusion into nearby structures. Health risks associated with such industrial sites often involve long-term respiratory issues and potential systemic toxicity depending on specific chemical concentrations. There are eleven industrial or waste sites within a ten-mile radius, including the Pfizer Waste Disposal Area and the Tilcon CT Asphalt plant, which compounds the regional environmental burden. To mitigate personal exposure, residents should implement three specific defensive measures. First, install a certified high-efficiency water filtration system to capture trace industrial chemicals. Second, maintain indoor air quality by using HEPA-rated air purifiers to filter particulate matter. Third, conduct regular soil testing if you maintain a home garden to ensure the ground is free from legacy industrial runoff. Continuous monitoring of EPA public records for this site is essential for tracking progress on cleanup milestones and remediation efforts.

Threat Summary

Stonington faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The 1109th Aviation Classification and Repair Depot is the closest Superfund site, located just over seven miles away. This active site contains hazardous substances that can move through the air, soil, or groundwater. In your daily life, these pollutants may contaminate local water sources or accumulate in the food chain. Stay alert to local health advisories and avoid areas where industrial runoff might enter the environment.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
TILCON CT ASPHALT STONE READY MIX1100080537566.79 miActive
1109TH AVIATION CLASSIFICATION & REPAIR DEPOT1100014084327.38 miActive
HIGH STREET AREA1100718466367.49 miActive
PFIZER WASTE DISPOSAL AREA1100092722877.54 miActive
DOD/USN SB/AREA A LANDFILL #21100706052708.49 miActive
DOD/USN SB/DPDO AREA SITE #61100706052718.49 miActive
DOD/USN SB/FUEL OIL STORAGE TANKS 101100706052728.49 miActive
U.S. NAVAL SUBMARINE BASE NEW LONDON (SUBASENLON)1100068739548.89 miActive
BRADFORD PRINTING AND FINISHING1100007356978.98 miActive
US COAST GUARD ACADEMY1100007865249.44 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take proactive steps to protect their households from environmental contamination. Contact the Alliance For The Mystic River Watershed Inc to learn about local water quality monitoring and conservation efforts in the Stonington area. For those concerned about safe housing conditions or environmental displacement, reach out to the New London Homeless Hospitality Center at 860-501-9900 or the North Fork Housing Alliance, Incorporated at 631-477-1070. These organizations provide resources for secure living environments. Stay informed by participating in community meetings hosted by the Alewife Cove Conservancy to advocate for stricter local environmental regulations and remediation.

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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