Bridgeport, Connecticut
Bridgeport faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0, indicating severe contamination risks. The Beacon Point Landfill is the primary Superfund site impacting this zip code. Hazardous substances at this location can move through the soil and water over time. For your daily life, this means you must be cautious about local soil contact and groundwater usage. With 14 toxic sites within five miles, the cumulative exposure risk to chemicals in the environment remains a serious health concern.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Bridgeport faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0, indicating severe contamination risks. The Beacon Point Landfill is the primary Superfund site impacting this zip code. Hazardous substances at this location can move through the soil and water over time. For your daily life, this means you must be cautious about local soil contact and groundwater usage. With 14 toxic sites within five miles, the cumulative exposure risk to chemicals in the environment remains a serious health concern.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAINT STEPHENS ROAD/PAPER STREET AREA | 110071846638 | 2.21 mi | Active |
| CARPENTER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION | 110001731065 | 2.5 mi | Active |
| TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING | 110000317069 | 2.9 mi | Active |
| RBC HEIM BEARINGS | 110000786668 | 3.84 mi | Active |
| D'ADDARIO PROPERTY | 110071100227 | 4.22 mi | Active |
| RAYBESTOS MEMORIAL FIELD PARKING AREA | 110071100224 | 4.22 mi | Active |
| STRATFORD INDUSTRIAL PARK | 110071100318 | 4.22 mi | Active |
| STRATFORD LANDFILL AREA | 110071100226 | 4.22 mi | Active |
| SPADA'S ROTARY SHOP | 110071099799 | 4.65 mi | Active |
| EXIDE CORPORATION | 110003009583 | 4.66 mi | Active |
Action Required
Immediate engagement with local advocacy groups is necessary to monitor remediation efforts. Contact the Ash Creek Conservation Association Inc or Greater Bridgeport Communityenterprises Inc – Gbce to participate in environmental safety programs. For residents concerned about property safety or housing health standards, contact HUD-certified agencies for assistance. Reach out to the Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury at 203-753-1896 or the Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598. Prioritize professional soil testing before any residential land use to mitigate direct contact with hazardous substances and ensure your living space remains safe.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- Ash Creek Conservation Association IncEnvironmental
- Citizens For EastonEnvironmental
- Greater Bridgeport Communityenterprises Inc – GbceEnvironmental
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.