New Haven, CT (06535) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06535

New Haven, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

The LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES site near your home is a critical environmental hazard. This Superfund site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can contaminate the air, soil, and water around New Haven. For your daily life, this means toxic materials might be present in the dust you breathe or the ground where children play. Because the site is active on the National Priorities List, these pollutants pose a serious risk to your long-term health and the safety of your neighborhood.

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, identified by EPA ID 110001729979, is currently classified as an active site on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight confirms the presence of hazardous substances that require long-term remedial action to protect public health. Exposure pathways primarily include the inhalation of contaminated dust particles, incidental ingestion of local soil, and potential migration of toxins into groundwater systems. Health risks associated with these unspecified substances range from respiratory distress and skin irritation to more severe systemic issues depending on the duration of exposure. Within a ten-mile radius, there are twenty-seven identified hazardous locations, indicating a high cumulative environmental burden for New Haven residents. Residents must implement defensive measures to reduce personal risk. First, use high-efficiency particulate air filters in home ventilation systems to trap airborne contaminants. Second, remove shoes before entering the house to prevent tracking outdoor soil and pollutants into living spaces. Third, refrain from gardening or disturbing the soil in areas that have not been professionally tested for heavy metals or chemical residues. Ongoing monitoring by the Environmental Protection Agency is necessary to track cleanup progress and ensure the containment of hazardous materials within the designated boundaries of the LEED-HIMMEL site.

Threat Summary

The LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES site near your home is a critical environmental hazard. This Superfund site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can contaminate the air, soil, and water around New Haven. For your daily life, this means toxic materials might be present in the dust you breathe or the ground where children play. Because the site is active on the National Priorities List, these pollutants pose a serious risk to your long-term health and the safety of your neighborhood.

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 housing and health interests. For assistance regarding environmental safety in your home or to discuss housing stability near hazardous zones, contact Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598. This agency provides resources for safe living conditions and community advocacy. Additionally, local organizations like 10000 Hawks Inc and the Bethany Community Garden Inc offer environmental information to help citizens understand local land use. Verify your property's safety by requesting soil testing and air quality reports through these established local housing and environmental networks today.

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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