Fairfield, CT (06431) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06431

Fairfield, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Fairfield faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Saint Stephens Road/Paper Street Area is a nearby Superfund site currently active. This site contains hazardous substances that could potentially enter the local environment. For your daily life, this means being cautious about soil and water quality. Chemicals can sometimes move through groundwater or dust. Staying informed about local cleanup progress is essential to protecting your health and ensuring your home remains a safe place to live.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
SAINT STEPHENS ROAD/PAPER STREET AREA
Distance to Nearest
4.5 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
1
Sites Within 10 Miles
29
County
Fairfield
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Saint Stephens Road/Paper Street Area, identified by EPA ID 110071846638, is currently an active site on the National Priorities List. The primary contaminants are classified as unspecified hazardous substances, requiring ongoing investigation to determine the full extent of soil and groundwater saturation. Exposure pathways typically include the inhalation of contaminated dust, direct skin contact with affected soil, or the ingestion of groundwater plumes that have migrated from the source. Health risks associated with such hazardous substances often include long-term respiratory issues, skin irritation, or more severe systemic toxicity depending on the specific chemical profiles identified during remedial investigation. To mitigate these risks, residents should implement three specific defensive measures. First, install high-efficiency particulate air filters in home ventilation systems to trap airborne contaminants. Second, use certified water filtration systems that meet NSF/ANSI standards for chemical reduction if utilizing local well water. Third, establish a no-shoe policy indoors to prevent the tracking of potentially contaminated outdoor soil into living spaces. Continuous monitoring of EPA progress reports is necessary as the site undergoes formal cleanup and containment procedures.

Threat Summary

Fairfield faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Saint Stephens Road/Paper Street Area is a nearby Superfund site currently active. This site contains hazardous substances that could potentially enter the local environment. For your daily life, this means being cautious about soil and water quality. Chemicals can sometimes move through groundwater or dust. Staying informed about local cleanup progress is essential to protecting your health and ensuring your home remains a safe place to live.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
SAINT STEPHENS ROAD/PAPER STREET AREA1100718466384.46 miActive
RBC HEIM BEARINGS1100007866685.06 miActive
CARPENTER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION1100017310655.19 miActive
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING1100003170695.37 miActive
EXIDE CORPORATION1100030095835.52 miActive
D'ADDARIO PROPERTY1100711002276.34 miActive
RAYBESTOS MEMORIAL FIELD PARKING AREA1100711002246.34 miActive
STRATFORD INDUSTRIAL PARK1100711003186.34 miActive
STRATFORD LANDFILL AREA1100711002266.34 miActive
SPADA'S ROTARY SHOP1100710997996.77 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact local organizations to discuss environmental safety and housing protections. For information on local ecological health and community advocacy, reach out to Bird Conservation Research Inc. If you have concerns regarding property safety or housing stability in light of these environmental hazards, contact the Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598. Taking proactive steps through these resources ensures you receive updated information on the Saint Stephens Road/Paper Street Area cleanup and available support for maintaining a healthy residence in Fairfield.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Putnam County Housing Corporation
Carmel, CT
Neighborhood Housing Services Of New Haven
New Haven, CT

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • Art For A Cause Pollinator GardenEnvironmental
  • Bashan Lake AssociationEnvironmental
  • Bird Conservation Research IncEnvironmental

Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS). Nonprofit data from IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File. Housing counseling data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.

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