Hamden, CT (06514) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06514

Hamden, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Residents in Hamden zip code 06514 face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site is located only 1.5 miles away and is currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances at this site and four others within five miles may contaminate local soil or groundwater. This means you should be cautious about gardening in untested soil or drinking from private wells, as these chemicals can cause long-term health problems for your family.

Hazard Data Summary

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

Regulatory Overview

The Leed-Himmel Industries facility, EPA ID 110001729979, remains an active threat on the National Priorities List. While specific contaminants are labeled as unspecified hazardous substances, industrial sites in this region frequently involve heavy metals and volatile organic compounds. Exposure pathways include the inhalation of contaminated dust, ingestion of groundwater, and direct skin contact with polluted soil. Health risks associated with such industrial waste include respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer risk over prolonged exposure periods. There are 27 hazardous sites within a ten-mile radius, including Pine Swamp and Newhall Street Field, complicating the local environmental profile. To defend your health, first install a high-quality carbon water filtration system to mitigate potential groundwater contaminants. Second, maintain a shoes-off policy indoors to prevent tracking contaminated outdoor soil into living spaces. Third, use HEPA-certified air purifiers to reduce the inhalation of airborne particulates. Residents should consult the EPA Environmental Health and Safety portal for specific remediation timelines regarding Leed-Himmel Industries. Regular soil testing is recommended for residential properties located within the two-mile radius of these active sites.

Threat Summary

Residents in Hamden zip code 06514 face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Leed-Himmel Industries Superfund site is located only 1.5 miles away and is currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances at this site and four others within five miles may contaminate local soil or groundwater. This means you should be cautious about gardening in untested soil or drinking from private wells, as these chemicals can cause long-term health problems for your family.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES1100017299791.52 miActive
PINE SWAMP (OLIN CORPORATION)1100289385311.87 miActive
WILBUR CROSS COMMONS BUSINESS PARK1100091630382.02 miActive
NEWHALL STREET FIELD1100093496502.42 miActive
MOSS AMERICAN, INC. (SCHIAVONNE PROPERTY)1100093287803.95 miActive
PERO PROPERTY1100711009165.68 miActive
EDWARD E RUSSELL COMPANY1100024964335.86 miActive
VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM1100456812956.18 miActive
BETKOSKI'S DUMP1100711003196.42 miActive
BEACON HEIGHTS LANDFILL1100711002226.46 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598 to discuss safe housing options and environmental remediation programs available for Hamden properties. For those seeking community-based advocacy, 10000 Hawks Inc provides local environmental oversight. If you are concerned about property habitability due to the Leed-Himmel site, contact Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury at 203-753-1896 for guidance on HUD-assisted safety inspections. These organizations offer the necessary resources to navigate the 10.0 critical hazard rating and ensure your living environment meets federal safety standards.

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
  • 10000 Hawks IncEnvironmental
  • 36 Tower Lane IncEnvironmental
  • Bethany Community Garden 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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