EPA Cleanups: Communities around New Bedford Harbor

  • Public Comment

    EPA is soliciting public comments on the draft ESD7 during the 30-day public comment period starting on June 11, 2025, and ending on July 10, 2025. Comments on the draft ESD7 and Administrative Record can be submitted via Regulations.gov (Docket ID No. EPA-R01-SFUND-2025-0131). All comments are reviewed and responded to in writing by EPA prior to selecting a final alternative for the ESD.

    Comment on Draft ESD

  • Community Updates

    This site is one of many across the country to receive funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which invested $3.5 billion in environmental remediation at Superfund sites on the National Priorities List.

    Learn more about the funding investments

  • Current/Upcoming Work

    Construction/remediation work planned for the New Bedford Harbor.

    Be informed of current and upcoming work

  • Seafood Monitoring

    Seafood consumptions recommendations for fish and shellfish based on MA regulations and EPA recommendations.

    Learn which locally caught seafood are safe to eat

  • General Information

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    Find information about the New Bedford Harbor Site's history, cleanup activities, and upcoming work.

    Learn more about the Harbor

  • Harbor Cleanup Plans and Data

    Latest Map of New Bedford Harbor Cleanup Areas

    EPA database for the extensive monitoring program conducted in the New Bedford Harbor.

    Examine cleanup plans and other data

  • Environmental Education

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    Find resources for teachers and students to learn more about the local environment and the New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site.

    Explore educational materials
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Last updated on June 11, 2025