Bridgeport, CT (06604) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06604

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

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

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
BEACON POINT LANDFILL
Distance to Nearest
4.8 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
14
Sites Within 10 Miles
25
County
Fairfield
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Beacon Point Landfill (EPA ID: 110044209843) is an active site on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight focuses on managing hazardous substances that may migrate from the landfill into surrounding ecosystems. Primary exposure pathways include the inhalation of airborne particulates, incidental ingestion of contaminated soil, and potential leaching into local aquifers. Health risks associated with industrial waste include long-term respiratory issues and increased vulnerability to chronic illnesses. Nearby industrial sites like Carpenter Technology Corporation and Tradebe Treatment & Recycling contribute to the complex regional pollution profile. To defend your health, residents must implement three specific measures. First, utilize high-efficiency HEPA air filtration systems indoors to capture industrial dust. Second, avoid gardening in native soil without first conducting a heavy metal and contaminant screening through a certified laboratory. Third, ensure all household water is filtered using a system certified to remove volatile organic compounds and heavy metals. Monitoring the EPA site for Beacon Point Landfill provides updates on remediation progress and containment strategies. The presence of 25 hazardous sites within ten miles creates a significant cumulative burden on the local environment and necessitates strict adherence to these safety protocols.

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 NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
SAINT STEPHENS ROAD/PAPER STREET AREA1100718466382.21 miActive
CARPENTER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION1100017310652.5 miActive
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING1100003170692.9 miActive
RBC HEIM BEARINGS1100007866683.84 miActive
D'ADDARIO PROPERTY1100711002274.22 miActive
RAYBESTOS MEMORIAL FIELD PARKING AREA1100711002244.22 miActive
STRATFORD INDUSTRIAL PARK1100711003184.22 miActive
STRATFORD LANDFILL AREA1100711002264.22 miActive
SPADA'S ROTARY SHOP1100710997994.65 miActive
EXIDE CORPORATION1100030095834.66 miActive

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

Environmental 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.

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