Bridgeport, Connecticut
Bridgeport is facing a critical environmental hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The A. H. Nilson Machine Company is the nearest active Superfund site. Hazardous substances at this location can enter your air, water, and soil. Living near these industrial zones means you must be careful about breathing dust or touching dirt outside. Dangerous chemicals can cause long-term health problems for families. With 18 toxic sites within five miles, the cumulative pollution threat to your daily health is severe.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Bridgeport is facing a critical environmental hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The A. H. Nilson Machine Company is the nearest active Superfund site. Hazardous substances at this location can enter your air, water, and soil. Living near these industrial zones means you must be careful about breathing dust or touching dirt outside. Dangerous chemicals can cause long-term health problems for families. With 18 toxic sites within five miles, the cumulative pollution threat to your daily health is severe.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| D'ADDARIO PROPERTY | 110071100227 | 2.1 mi | Active |
| RAYBESTOS MEMORIAL FIELD PARKING AREA | 110071100224 | 2.1 mi | Active |
| STRATFORD INDUSTRIAL PARK | 110071100318 | 2.1 mi | Active |
| STRATFORD LANDFILL AREA | 110071100226 | 2.1 mi | Active |
| TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING | 110000317069 | 2.32 mi | Active |
| SPADA'S ROTARY SHOP | 110071099799 | 2.45 mi | Active |
| REYNOLDS ALUMINUM BUILDING PROD COMPANY | 110003007558 | 2.55 mi | Active |
| HOUSATONIC BOAT CLUB | 110071100225 | 2.73 mi | Active |
| RAYMARK INDUSTRIES | 110000610919 | 2.75 mi | Active |
| MORGAN FRANCIS COMPANY (FLEET TOOL) | 110071099787 | 3.08 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must contact local organizations for environmental advocacy and housing assistance. Reach out to the Ash Creek Conservation Association Inc or Greater Bridgeport Communityenterprises Inc – Gbce to learn about local pollution monitoring and community safety initiatives. For housing concerns related to environmental safety and property standards, contact the HUD-approved agency Neighborhood Housing Services of Waterbury, Inc. (NEST) at 203-753-1896. Alternatively, you can reach Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven at 203-562-0598. These agencies provide guidance on safe housing practices and can help you navigate the risks associated with living near high-density Superfund zones in zip code 06610.
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.