PFAS Contamination in Rhode Island
16 contamination sites tracked
Rhode Island has 16 identified PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA monitoring data. PFAS "forever chemicals" have been detected in water supplies, soil, and industrial sites across the state. These per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances persist in the environment and pose potential health risks. Use the map to explore specific sites or contact a remediation professional for help.
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Get a Free Assessment →Rhode Island confronts PFAS contamination challenges despite its small size, with contamination affecting critical water resources throughout the state. Quonset Point, a former naval air station, has documented contamination affecting Narragansett Bay and surrounding communities. T.F. Green Airport has contributed additional contamination through firefighting foam use, threatening regional groundwater systems and surface water resources.
Rhode Island's industrial legacy, including metal finishing and chemical manufacturing, has created additional PFAS sources requiring investigation and cleanup. The state's location on Narragansett Bay creates particular environmental concerns, as contamination can affect sensitive marine ecosystems and the Bay's shellfish resources. Rhode Island's dense population and interconnected water systems mean contamination in one area can quickly impact multiple communities.
Key Facts
- Quonset Point contamination affects Narragansett Bay and marine ecosystems
- Industrial legacy creates metal finishing and chemical manufacturing sources
- Dense population and interconnected systems create rapid contamination spread
State Regulations
Rhode Island Department of Health follows EPA guidelines with enhanced monitoring requirements for public water systems and environmental protection measures for Narragansett Bay. The state provides technical assistance for affected communities and coordinates with neighboring states.
Cities (14)
Sites (16)
US BORDER STATION-LONG POND RD-JACKMAN
LINCOLN, RI · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
NAVAL STATION, NEWPORT
NEWPORT, RI · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
WEST GREENWICH, RI · Public Water System · 6 contaminants
WESTERLY WATER DEPARTMENT
WESTERLY, RI · Public Water System · 7 contaminants
NORTH KINGSTOWN TOWN OF
NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI · Public Water System · 6 contaminants
WOONSOCKET WATER DIVISION
WOONSOCKET, RI · Public Water System · 5 contaminants
NEWPORT-CITY OF
NEWPORT, RI · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT
TIVERTON, RI · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
PAWTUCKET WATER SUPPLY BOARD VEOLIA-NA
PAWTUCKET, RI · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
QUONSET BUSINESS PARK
NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI · Public Water System · 8 contaminants
SOUTH KINGSTOWN-SOUTH SHORE
WAKEFIELD, RI · Public Water System · 4 contaminants
CUMBERLAND, TOWN OF
CUMBERLAND, RI · Public Water System · 6 contaminants
JAMESTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT
JAMESTOWN, RI · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
KINGSTON WATER DISTRICT
WEST KINGSTON, RI · Public Water System · 5 contaminants
UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND
KINGSTON, RI · Public Water System · 9 contaminants
NARRAGANSETT WATER DEPT-NORTH END
NARRAGANSETT, RI · Public Water System · 4 contaminants
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many PFAS contamination sites are in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island has 16 PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA data.
How do I find PFAS sites near me in Rhode Island?
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How can I get help with PFAS contamination in Rhode Island?
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