Easton, CT (06612) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06612

Easton, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Easton faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The A. H. Nilson Machine Company is the nearest active Superfund site, located less than ten miles away. Unspecified hazardous substances at this location could potentially affect your local air, soil, or groundwater. These materials are dangerous because they can build up in the environment and harm your body over time. Residents must stay alert to local water quality reports and avoid any direct contact with industrial runoff.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
A. H. NILSON MACHINE COMPANY
Distance to Nearest
9.3 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
0
Sites Within 10 Miles
24
County
Fairfield
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The A. H. Nilson Machine Company site, tracked under EPA ID 110009334666, is currently categorized as an active Superfund site. Regulatory oversight confirms the presence of hazardous substances that require long-term monitoring and remediation. Primary exposure pathways include the migration of contaminants through subsurface groundwater plumes and potential soil vapor intrusion into nearby structures. Health risks associated with such hazardous waste include respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased long-term cancer risks if exposure is left unmitigated. To protect your household, implement the following defensive measures. First, install a high-efficiency particulate air filtration system to reduce indoor airborne contaminants. Second, utilize a certified carbon-block water filtration system for all drinking and cooking water to address potential groundwater seepage. Third, conduct professional soil testing on your property before starting any vegetable gardens to ensure no heavy metals or toxins have migrated into the land. Ongoing federal assessments under the National Priorities List ensure that cleanup efforts are tracked, but residents must remain proactive in monitoring their immediate surroundings for signs of industrial contamination. There are 24 hazardous sites within a ten-mile radius of Easton, making consistent environmental vigilance a necessity for all property owners.

Threat Summary

Easton faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The A. H. Nilson Machine Company is the nearest active Superfund site, located less than ten miles away. Unspecified hazardous substances at this location could potentially affect your local air, soil, or groundwater. These materials are dangerous because they can build up in the environment and harm your body over time. Residents must stay alert to local water quality reports and avoid any direct contact with industrial runoff.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
BATCHELDER1100673490606.5 miActive
WILTON LANDFILL1100092722147.23 miActive
NORANDA METAL INDUSTRIES1100083065648.18 miActive
WEIR FARM NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE1100244249608.83 miActive
SAINT STEPHENS ROAD/PAPER STREET AREA1100718466388.84 miActive
FAMOUS CLEANERS1100017485838.9 miActive
ASHLAND CHEMICAL / KYOVA CORPORATION1100092715909.02 miActive
RBC HEIM BEARINGS1100007866689.09 miActive
PERKIN ELMER CORPORATION1100174420619.2 miActive
EXIDE CORPORATION1100030095839.28 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact Citizens For Easton to participate in local environmental advocacy and stay informed on land use issues. For those concerned about housing safety or environmental health impacts on their property, Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated provides specialized assistance and can be reached at 914-428-4507. Alternatively, the Putnam County Housing Corporation offers resources for regional residents at 845-225-8493. Engaging with these organizations ensures you receive the most current data regarding local contamination and professional guidance on maintaining a safe living environment in a high-risk zone.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated
White Plains, CT
Putnam County Housing Corporation
Carmel, 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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