EPA Superfund Site

LEHIGH VALLEY RAILROAD

NY | EPA ID NYD986950251

About this site’s exposure pathways: As of May 2023, there is insufficient data to determine the human exposure status of the Lehigh Valley Railroad site because EPA is in the process of completing its investigation of Operable Unit 2 (OU2), which deals with groundwater contaminated with TCE. Actions have been taken under OU1 to extend public water lines and connect residents in the affected area, as have actions to address contaminated soil at the site. In addition, vapor intrusion was identified as an issue at numerous homes at the site; mitigation systems have been installed at the impacted homes to address this threat. The feasibility study for a comprehensive remedy at the site (soil, surface water, and groundwater has been drafted and is nearing completion. The risk assessment, feasibility study, and selection of a remedy for the groundwater are expected to be completed in 2023; at that time a human exposure determination can be made.

EPA ensures community participation throughout the remedial process by meeting with residents and affected stakeholders, issuing public notices and updating fact sheets. A site profile has been established on the EPA website to keep the community informed of recent progress at the site. Additionally, an EPA Community Involvement Coordinator is assigned to the site and can address specific community concerns as they arise.