Meriden, CT (06454) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06454

Meriden, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Meriden faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site is located only one mile from your area. This site contains hazardous substances that can harm your health if they move into the air or soil. With twenty-seven industrial sites nearby, the risk to your daily life is high. These chemicals can seep into the ground or pollute the water. Staying safe means avoiding industrial zones and monitoring local environmental reports.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES
Distance to Nearest
1.0 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
5
Sites Within 10 Miles
27
County
New Haven
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Leed-Himmel Industries site maintains an active National Priorities List status under EPA ID 110001729979. This facility is part of a cluster including Pine Swamp and Newhall Street Field. Cleanup efforts are managed by federal authorities to mitigate unspecified hazardous substances that threaten local ecology. Primary exposure pathways include the inhalation of contaminated dust and the ingestion of pollutants through groundwater plumes. Long-term exposure to these industrial contaminants is linked to increased risks of respiratory illness and organ stress. Residents should consult the EPA Superfund database for specific site remediation milestones. To minimize risk, implement three defensive measures. First, install high-efficiency particulate air filters in home HVAC systems to capture airborne particulates. Second, utilize certified water filtration systems for all drinking and cooking water to remove potential groundwater contaminants. Third, avoid gardening in native soil; instead, use raised beds with laboratory-tested clean fill to prevent direct contact with legacy pollutants. These actions provide a layer of protection while federal agencies address the critical hazard levels identified in the 06454 ZIP code.

Threat Summary

Meriden faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site is located only one mile from your area. This site contains hazardous substances that can harm your health if they move into the air or soil. With twenty-seven industrial sites nearby, the risk to your daily life is high. These chemicals can seep into the ground or pollute the water. Staying safe means avoiding industrial zones and monitoring local environmental reports.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES1100017299791 miActive
PINE SWAMP (OLIN CORPORATION)1100289385311.25 miActive
WILBUR CROSS COMMONS BUSINESS PARK1100091630381.83 miActive
NEWHALL STREET FIELD1100093496501.86 miActive
MOSS AMERICAN, INC. (SCHIAVONNE PROPERTY)1100093287803.23 miActive
PERO PROPERTY1100711009165.31 miActive
VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM1100456812955.83 miActive
EDWARD E RUSSELL COMPANY1100024964336.05 miActive
U.S. COAST GUARD STATION, NEW HAVEN1100303651016.59 miActive
BETKOSKI'S DUMP1100711003197.18 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment by contacting local housing authorities. Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury provides essential guidance on residential safety and can be reached at 203-753-1896. For additional support, Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven is available at 203-562-0598 to discuss property concerns and environmental health resources. You may also connect with Bird Conservation Research Inc to stay informed about local environmental monitoring and ecosystem health. Contacting these organizations ensures you receive professional assistance in navigating the risks associated with the active Superfund sites in your vicinity.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Neighborhood Housing Services Of Waterbury, Inc.
Nest, CT
Neighborhood Housing Services Of New Haven
New Haven, 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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