INDEPENDENT PLATING CO.
Parent Company: NA
35 NEW ST, WORCESTER, Massachusetts 01605
Pollution Risk
71Based on 10 TRI facilities in zip code 01605
Water Quality
5418 violations recorded
Air Quality
33County-level EPA AQS data for WORCESTER
Facility Information
- Full Address
- 35 NEW ST
- City
- WORCESTER
- State
- Massachusetts
- Zip Code
- 01605
- County
- WORCESTER
- EPA TRI ID
- 01605NDPND35NEW
- Coordinates
- 42.2875°N, 71.7972°W
- Parent Company
- NA
Water Quality in 01605
Total Violations
18
Health Violations
1
Contaminants Found
3
Water Safety Score
54/100
Contaminants Detected:
Should You Be Concerned About INDEPENDENT PLATING CO.?
INDEPENDENT PLATING CO.is registered in the EPA's Toxic Release Inventory (TRI). This means the facility reports handling, releasing, or transferring toxic chemicals as part of its operations. The area's environmental safety score is 54/100 — moderate, suggesting some cumulative environmental burden from industrial activity in the area.
Residents in zip code 01605 should be aware of potential environmental exposure from industrial operations.
This zip code has 10 total TRI facilities, which is a high concentration that compounds environmental health risks — each facility contributes pollutants that may interact in ways individual facility data doesn't capture. Areas with multiple TRI sites tend to have higher rates of respiratory issues and environmental sensitivity, according to EPA research.
What you can do: Check your home's water quality with an annual test kit, monitor local air quality alerts, and review the full Massachusetts pollution report for broader context. NA operates this facility — check if they have a public environmental responsibility report.
Other TRI Facilities in 01605 (9)
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717 PLANTATION ST
SAINT-GOBAIN CORP
L & J OF NEW ENGLAND INC
15 SAGAMORE ROAD
NA
BODYCOTE THERMAL PROCESSING
284 GROVE ST
BODYCOTE THERMAL PROCESSING INC
ALPHA-BETA TECHNOLOGY
1 INNOVATION DR
NA
SIEMENS INDUSTRY INC.
40 CRESCENT ST
SIEMENS AG
NEW ENGLAND PLATING CO INC
31 GARDEN ST
NA
PETERSON SPRING/COMMONWEALTH PLANT
42 HARLOW ST
PETERSON AMERICAN CORP
AUROLITE CORP
31 GARDEN ST
NA
Health Considerations for Residents Near INDEPENDENT PLATING CO.
Living near a Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) facility in WORCESTER, Massachusetts (01605) means potential exposure to industrial pollutants through air, water, and soil. While not every facility creates immediate health risks, long-term proximity warrants awareness and proactive steps.
Water Testing
Given the water quality score of 54/100 for zip code 01605, we recommend annual water testing for heavy metals, VOCs, and industrial contaminants — especially if you use well water. Testing kits are available through your county health department or certified labs.
Air Quality Monitoring
Air quality in this area scores 33/100 — below average. Monitor daily AQI (Air Quality Index) at airnow.gov, particularly on hot, stagnant days when ground-level pollutants concentrate. If you notice unusual odors or visible emissions from INDEPENDENT PLATING CO., report them to Massachusetts's environmental agency.
When to Consult a Doctor
Speak with your physician if you experience persistent respiratory symptoms (chronic cough, wheezing, shortness of breath), unexplained headaches, skin irritation, or unusual fatigue — particularly if these worsen when you're at home. Mention your proximity to a TRI facility so they can order appropriate screening. Vulnerable populations — children, elderly, pregnant women, and those with asthma — should be especially vigilant.
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Data sources: EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA Air Quality System (AQS). Facility ID: 01605NDPND35NEW. Last updated: August 2026.