Milford, CT (06460) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06460

Milford, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Residents in the 06460 area face a critical hazard level of 10.0 due to extreme proximity to toxic waste sites. The Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site is located just over one mile away and contains hazardous substances that may impact local air and water quality. For daily life, this means being careful about playing in soil near industrial zones or using well water without testing. There are seven hazardous sites within five miles of your home, creating a high-risk environment.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES
Distance to Nearest
1.2 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
7
Sites Within 10 Miles
30
County
New Haven
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

Leed-Himmel Industries is currently an active site on the National Priorities List with EPA ID 110001729979. The regulatory status indicates that significant contamination remains on-site, requiring long-term remedial action to address unspecified hazardous substances. Primary exposure pathways include vapor intrusion into residential buildings and the leaching of chemicals into the local groundwater table. Inhalation of airborne particulates from nearby industrial fields like Newhall Street Field also poses a significant risk to the community. Chronic exposure to these contaminants can lead to respiratory issues, neurological damage, or increased cancer risks over time. To defend against these hazards, residents should first install high-efficiency particulate air filters in their homes to reduce indoor toxin levels. Second, property owners must conduct professional soil testing before starting any gardening or construction projects to avoid disturbing legacy pollutants. Third, residents using private wells should transition to municipal water sources or install advanced reverse osmosis filtration systems to mitigate chemical ingestion. Monitoring the EPA’s progress through their public database ensures you remain informed of shifting plumes or newly discovered risks at the Pine Swamp or Pero Property sites.

Threat Summary

Residents in the 06460 area face a critical hazard level of 10.0 due to extreme proximity to toxic waste sites. The Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site is located just over one mile away and contains hazardous substances that may impact local air and water quality. For daily life, this means being careful about playing in soil near industrial zones or using well water without testing. There are seven hazardous sites within five miles of your home, creating a high-risk environment.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES1100017299791.17 miActive
NEWHALL STREET FIELD1100093496501.33 miActive
PINE SWAMP (OLIN CORPORATION)1100289385311.39 miActive
PERO PROPERTY1100711009163.64 miActive
WILBUR CROSS COMMONS BUSINESS PARK1100091630383.78 miActive
VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM1100456812954.12 miActive
MOSS AMERICAN, INC. (SCHIAVONNE PROPERTY)1100093287804.29 miActive
U.S. COAST GUARD STATION, NEW HAVEN1100303651015.58 miActive
ORANGE AIR NATIONAL GUARD STATION1100157324665.59 miActive
PANDEL PROPERTIES LLC1100705941446.67 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is required to secure your residence against environmental degradation and health risks. Contact the Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598 to discuss housing safety audits and potential remediation grants for residents near the Leed-Himmel area. Additionally, engage with local environmental groups such as Bird Conservation Research Inc to stay updated on ecosystem health reports. If you are seeking alternative housing due to contamination concerns, the Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury (NEST) can be reached at 203-753-1896 for guidance on safe living environments in the surrounding region.

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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