West Haven, Connecticut
West Haven faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Newhall Street Field is a nearby Superfund site that contains dangerous hazardous substances. Because these toxins are close to your home, they can seep into the ground or move through the air. This means the dirt in your yard or the water underground might not be safe. Exposure to these chemicals over a long time can make people sick, especially children who play outside frequently.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
West Haven faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Newhall Street Field is a nearby Superfund site that contains dangerous hazardous substances. Because these toxins are close to your home, they can seep into the ground or move through the air. This means the dirt in your yard or the water underground might not be safe. Exposure to these chemicals over a long time can make people sick, especially children who play outside frequently.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM | 110045681295 | 1.21 mi | Active |
| PERO PROPERTY | 110071100916 | 1.44 mi | Active |
| U.S. COAST GUARD STATION, NEW HAVEN | 110030365101 | 2.06 mi | Active |
| ORANGE AIR NATIONAL GUARD STATION | 110015732466 | 2.94 mi | Active |
| WIN MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC. | 110003009066 | 3.54 mi | Active |
| NEWHALL STREET FIELD | 110009349650 | 4.64 mi | Active |
| PINE SWAMP (OLIN CORPORATION) | 110028938531 | 5.27 mi | Active |
| LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES | 110001729979 | 5.48 mi | Active |
| WAMPUS MILFORD ASSOCIATES SITE | 110028275952 | 6.46 mi | Active |
| MOSS AMERICAN, INC. (SCHIAVONNE PROPERTY) | 110009328780 | 6.51 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents of West Haven must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598 to discuss lead abatement and healthy housing initiatives specific to the local area. Additionally, engage with environmental nonprofits such as 10000 Hawks Inc or 36 Tower Lane Inc to stay informed about local soil quality and cleanup progress. If you are concerned about property contamination affecting your home's safety, Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury can be reached at 203-753-1896 for further guidance on housing security and environmental health resources in the Connecticut region.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- 10000 Hawks IncEnvironmental
- 36 Tower Lane IncEnvironmental
- Bethany Community Garden 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.