Wallingford, CT (06494) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06494

Wallingford, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Wallingford residents face a critical environmental threat due to the Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site located only one mile away. This site contains hazardous substances that can harm your health if they get into your water or air. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching soil or drinking unfiltered water near industrial zones. These chemicals are invisible but dangerous. Staying away from restricted areas and following local safety alerts is necessary to keep your family safe.

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

Leed-Himmel Industries, identified by EPA ID 110001729979, is currently classified as an active site on the National Priorities List. The federal government recognizes this location as a high priority for cleanup due to unspecified hazardous substances that threaten the local environment. Primary exposure pathways include the ingestion of contaminated groundwater and the inhalation of toxic dust or vapors. Health risks associated with these contaminants often include respiratory issues, skin sensitization, and long-term organ toxicity. With five hazardous sites within five miles and twenty-seven within ten miles, the cumulative toxic burden in Wallingford is significant. To defend your health, first install a high-quality HEPA air filtration system to capture industrial particulates inside your home. Second, use a certified water filtration system that meets NSF/ANSI standards for chemical removal to ensure safe drinking water. Third, implement a strict no-shoes policy indoors to prevent tracking contaminated outdoor soil into your living spaces. These measures reduce your daily contact with persistent environmental toxins while the EPA continues its long-term remediation efforts. Monitoring official cleanup reports for Leed-Himmel and the nearby Pine Swamp site is vital for residents to understand changing local risks and safety protocols.

Threat Summary

Wallingford residents face a critical environmental threat due to the Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site located only one mile away. This site contains hazardous substances that can harm your health if they get into your water or air. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching soil or drinking unfiltered water near industrial zones. These chemicals are invisible but dangerous. Staying away from restricted areas and following local safety alerts is necessary to keep your family safe.

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

You must take immediate steps to secure your home and health. Contact Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598 to access resources for healthy housing and environmental safety inspections. If you are closer to the Waterbury area, call Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury at 203-753-1896 for assistance with property safety. For local environmental advocacy and restoration, connect with Bird Conservation Research Inc to learn about protecting the regional ecosystem. Taking these actions ensures you have professional support to navigate the risks posed by the Leed-Himmel Industries site and other nearby hazardous locations.

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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