The landfill was operated by the county from 1968 until 1976. Large amounts of industrial waste chemicals are alleged to have been buried on the site. Analysis of leachate and sediments detected PCBs, chlorinated organics, and heavy metals. Organic vapors are coming from the site, which is within 0.3 mile of private residences. EPA conducted a hydrogeological investigation of the site in April 1983.
Results are pending.
EPA plans to perform any other studies needed to determine the extent of contamination. The description may change as additional information is gathered on the sources and extent of contamination.