Ivoryton, CT (06442) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06442

Ivoryton, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Ivoryton faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to nearby industrial contamination. The Chestel, Inc. (Contel IPC) Superfund site is located 4.4 miles away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil and groundwater, potentially affecting the water you drink or the air you breathe. With five major toxic sites within five miles, including L C Doane and Verplex, long-term exposure poses serious risks to your health and the local environment.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
CHESTEL, INC. (CONTEL IPC)
Distance to Nearest
4.4 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
5
Sites Within 10 Miles
5
County
Middlesex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Chestel, Inc. site is currently listed as active on the National Priorities List under EPA ID 110009271894. Although specific contaminants are listed as unspecified hazardous substances, industrial sites in this region historically involve volatile organic compounds and heavy metals. Exposure pathways include the ingestion of contaminated groundwater and the inhalation of vapors from migrating subsurface plumes. These substances are linked to respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer risks. Federal oversight is ongoing, but the density of nearby sites like Wasley Lighting and Highline Products increases the cumulative toxic load on the local ecosystem. Residents must take defensive measures to minimize personal risk. First, use a high-quality water filtration system certified to remove heavy metals and VOCs if you rely on private wells. Second, maintain a HEPA-certified air purification system indoors to capture potential airborne particulates or vapors. Third, avoid disturbing soil or gardening in areas without professional soil testing to prevent skin contact with legacy industrial pollutants. Continued monitoring of the EPA site database is necessary to track remediation progress and updated health advisories for the Ivoryton area.

Threat Summary

Ivoryton faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to nearby industrial contamination. The Chestel, Inc. (Contel IPC) Superfund site is located 4.4 miles away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil and groundwater, potentially affecting the water you drink or the air you breathe. With five major toxic sites within five miles, including L C Doane and Verplex, long-term exposure poses serious risks to your health and the local environment.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
L C DOANE COMPANY1100024759192.11 miActive
WASLEY LIGHTING/AMF/FOUNDERS GROUP1100083069932.32 miActive
VERPLEX COMPANY1100093344162.52 miActive
CHESTEL, INC. (CONTEL IPC)1100092718944.39 miActive
HIGHLINE PRODUCTS CORP1100020892674.64 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is recommended to secure your living environment. Residents concerned about housing safety or environmental health should contact the Neighborhood Housing Services of New Britain, Inc. at 860-224-2433 for guidance on local housing standards and toxin remediation. To support local ecological recovery and learn about site monitoring, engage with the Bashan Lake Association. Protecting your property requires professional assessment. Call the North Fork Housing Alliance, Incorporated at 631-477-1070 to discuss potential relocation assistance or health-based housing inspections if you suspect direct exposure from the Chestel, Inc. site or surrounding industrial zones.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
North Fork Housing Alliance, Incorporated
Greenport, CT
Neighborhood Housing Services Of New Britain, Inc.
New Britain, CT

Environmental 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.

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