West Haven, CT (06516) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06516

West Haven, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

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

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
NEWHALL STREET FIELD
Distance to Nearest
4.6 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
6
Sites Within 10 Miles
26
County
New Haven
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Newhall Street Field site, designated by EPA ID 110009349650, is currently listed as an active site on the National Priority List. This location is one of 26 hazardous sites within a ten-mile radius of West Haven. Primary exposure pathways involve the migration of hazardous substances through local soil horizons and potential groundwater plumes. Long-term contact with these unspecified toxins increases the risk of chronic respiratory issues, skin irritation, and developmental complications in children. Because the cleanup process is active, residents must remain vigilant regarding land use and water quality. To minimize personal risk, residents should follow three specific defensive measures. First, utilize high-quality HEPA air filtration systems inside the home to capture migrating particulate matter. Second, avoid all unpaved areas or vacant lots near the 1.21-mile radius of the VA Connecticut Healthcare System and other listed properties to prevent soil-to-skin contact. Third, utilize only bottled or professionally filtered water for drinking and cooking if private wells are in use, as local groundwater may be compromised by industrial runoff. Regular monitoring of EPA updates is necessary as the remediation status evolves to ensure no new pathways of exposure have been identified in the 06516 area.

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 NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM1100456812951.21 miActive
PERO PROPERTY1100711009161.44 miActive
U.S. COAST GUARD STATION, NEW HAVEN1100303651012.06 miActive
ORANGE AIR NATIONAL GUARD STATION1100157324662.94 miActive
WIN MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.1100030090663.54 miActive
NEWHALL STREET FIELD1100093496504.64 miActive
PINE SWAMP (OLIN CORPORATION)1100289385315.27 miActive
LEED-HIMMEL INDUSTRIES1100017299795.48 miActive
WAMPUS MILFORD ASSOCIATES SITE1100282759526.46 miActive
MOSS AMERICAN, INC. (SCHIAVONNE PROPERTY)1100093287806.51 miActive

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 Verified
Neighborhood Housing Services Of Waterbury, Inc.
Nest, CT
Neighborhood Housing Services Of New Haven
New Haven, CT

Environmental 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.

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