Wolcott, Connecticut
Wolcott faces a critical 10.0 hazard rating because of heavy industrial pollution. The ANAMET Superfund site is only 4.7 miles away and holds dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can leak into the ground and reach your drinking water or the air inside your home. With 62 hazardous sites nearby, the risk of touching or breathing in toxins is very high. This means everyday things like playing outside or drinking tap water could eventually make people sick.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Wolcott faces a critical 10.0 hazard rating because of heavy industrial pollution. The ANAMET Superfund site is only 4.7 miles away and holds dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can leak into the ground and reach your drinking water or the air inside your home. With 62 hazardous sites nearby, the risk of touching or breathing in toxins is very high. This means everyday things like playing outside or drinking tap water could eventually make people sick.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOWN & COUNTRY CLEANERS (FORMER) | 110071100573 | 0.34 mi | Active |
| KRAS TOOL & MACHINE COMPANY | 110009271554 | 0.37 mi | Active |
| MAUR-MEL AUTOMATICS | 110071099788 | 0.39 mi | Active |
| PAR FINISHING | 110000610991 | 1.64 mi | Active |
| WATERBURY HEAT TREATING | 110071099790 | 1.81 mi | Active |
| NUTMEG VALLEY ROAD | 110009328904 | 1.87 mi | Active |
| ELECTRO POWER, INC. | 110006179349 | 1.91 mi | Active |
| PF INDUSTRIES | 110002483287 | 1.91 mi | Active |
| LINE MANUFACTURING, INC. | 110071099791 | 1.94 mi | Active |
| MAILLY MANUFACTURING COMPANY | 110006187401 | 1.97 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents should contact Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury, Inc. at 203-753-1896 for guidance on property safety and environmental health resources. This agency provides support for families living near high-risk zones like the ANAMET site. Additionally, community members can engage with the Bioplanning Institute Inc to understand local ecological impacts and conservation efforts. Immediate action is necessary to secure lead-safe housing and verify the integrity of local land use. Do not delay in seeking professional assessments of your residence to ensure your living environment meets safety standards despite the critical hazard score.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- Bantam Lake Protective Association IncorporatedEnvironmental
- Bioplanning Institute IncEnvironmental
- Brass Center LtdEnvironmental
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.