Cheshire, Connecticut
Cheshire faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site is located only one mile from your location. This active site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the ground and water supply. These chemicals can enter your home through the soil or air. Living near this site means you must be careful about local water and air quality to avoid getting sick from long-term exposure.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Cheshire faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site is located only one mile from your location. This active site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the ground and water supply. These chemicals can enter your home through the soil or air. Living near this site means you must be careful about local water and air quality to avoid getting sick from long-term exposure.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES | 110001729979 | 1 mi | Active |
| PINE SWAMP (OLIN CORPORATION) | 110028938531 | 1.25 mi | Active |
| WILBUR CROSS COMMONS BUSINESS PARK | 110009163038 | 1.83 mi | Active |
| NEWHALL STREET FIELD | 110009349650 | 1.86 mi | Active |
| MOSS AMERICAN, INC. (SCHIAVONNE PROPERTY) | 110009328780 | 3.23 mi | Active |
| PERO PROPERTY | 110071100916 | 5.31 mi | Active |
| VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM | 110045681295 | 5.83 mi | Active |
| EDWARD E RUSSELL COMPANY | 110002496433 | 6.05 mi | Active |
| U.S. COAST GUARD STATION, NEW HAVEN | 110030365101 | 6.59 mi | Active |
| BETKOSKI'S DUMP | 110071100319 | 7.18 mi | Active |
Action Required
Contact Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury at 203-753-1896 to request a residential safety assessment and information on environmental health grants. For assistance with housing stability near contaminated zones, call Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598. You can also support local ecological monitoring by contacting Bird Conservation Research Inc to learn about the impact of industrial toxins on the local food chain. Taking these actions provides a layer of professional oversight for your property and helps ensure your household remains protected from nearby chemical hazards.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- Art For A Cause Pollinator GardenEnvironmental
- Bashan Lake AssociationEnvironmental
- Bird Conservation Research 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.