Cheshire, Connecticut
Cheshire faces a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Angelillo Property is a nearby active Superfund site containing dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil or move through the air and water, affecting the land where you live and play. Living near 24 hazardous sites within five miles means you must be extra careful about your environment. Clean water and healthy soil are no longer guaranteed in this area.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Cheshire faces a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Angelillo Property is a nearby active Superfund site containing dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil or move through the air and water, affecting the land where you live and play. Living near 24 hazardous sites within five miles means you must be extra careful about your environment. Clean water and healthy soil are no longer guaranteed in this area.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| VDO CONTROL SYSTEMS, INC. | 110000316097 | 0.45 mi | Active |
| CHESHIRE GROUND WATER CONTAMINATION | 110009272571 | 0.78 mi | Active |
| CHESHIRE LANDFILL CLEANUP SITE | 110009272054 | 1.76 mi | Active |
| ANGELILLO PROPERTY | 110009334906 | 2.62 mi | Active |
| NICKSON INDUSTRIES (FORMER) | 110009349669 | 2.65 mi | Active |
| WATERBURY CENTERLESS GRINDING COMPANY | 110009271420 | 2.79 mi | Active |
| OLD SOUTHINGTON LANDFILL | 110009281678 | 2.89 mi | Active |
| TORREY S CRANE COMPANY | 110001967293 | 3.09 mi | Active |
| SUPERIOR STEEL PRODUCTS CORPORATION | 110008306412 | 3.65 mi | Active |
| DOVER MANUFACTURING CORPORATION | 110071100317 | 4 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Bird Conservation Research Inc to learn about local soil health and environmental monitoring efforts in Cheshire. For those concerned about housing safety or environmental relocation, reach out to the Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury, Inc. at 203-753-1896 for guidance on property standards and tenant rights. Additionally, the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Inc. at 860-527-0147 provides resources for families navigating hazardous living conditions. Document all health symptoms and property concerns to present to these agencies for formal advocacy and support.
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.