Oxford, Connecticut
Oxford faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 due to high industrial density. The Electrolux Superfund site sits just 4.3 miles away and contains unspecified hazardous substances. Living near active cleanup sites means chemicals could potentially enter the local air or water supply. These contaminants can impact your long-term health if they are not contained. Residents must stay alert to local environmental reports to ensure their homes and outdoor spaces remain safe for daily use.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Oxford faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 due to high industrial density. The Electrolux Superfund site sits just 4.3 miles away and contains unspecified hazardous substances. Living near active cleanup sites means chemicals could potentially enter the local air or water supply. These contaminants can impact your long-term health if they are not contained. Residents must stay alert to local environmental reports to ensure their homes and outdoor spaces remain safe for daily use.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEWIS CORPORATION | 110003010447 | 3.34 mi | Active |
| MIKON PRODUCTS, INC. | 110002057005 | 3.54 mi | Active |
| ZOLLO DRUM COMPANY | 110003018350 | 3.97 mi | Active |
| SEYMOUR SPECIALTY WIRE | 110030421586 | 4.16 mi | Active |
| ELECTROLUX | 110009272642 | 4.32 mi | Active |
| LAUREL PARK LANDFILL | 110009272349 | 4.62 mi | Active |
| KALADISH WASTE DISPOSAL | 110009272063 | 4.93 mi | Active |
| BEACON HEIGHTS LANDFILL | 110071100222 | 5.34 mi | Active |
| BETKOSKI'S DUMP | 110071100319 | 5.51 mi | Active |
| LIBERTY STREET ANSONIA COPPER AND BRASS | 110071099801 | 6.45 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents should contact the Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598 for assistance with property safety assessments and healthy housing resources. For support regarding local ecosystem health and land protection, engage with the Bashan Lake Association. If you require housing counseling or financial guidance related to environmental safety and property maintenance, reach out to the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Inc. at 860-527-0147. Taking these steps ensures you have professional advocacy and technical support to navigate the critical hazard level present in the Oxford area.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental 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.