Bridgeport, CT (06699) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06699

Bridgeport, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

The hazard score for Bridgeport is a critical 10.0 out of 10. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is located less than five miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that may affect your environment. In daily life, these chemicals can move through the soil or water, potentially contaminating the areas where you live and play. Living near a high-risk zone means you must be careful about local water quality and avoid direct contact with industrial soil to stay safe.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
FAMOUS CLEANERS
Distance to Nearest
4.9 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
1
Sites Within 10 Miles
17
County
Fairfield
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Famous Cleaners site, identified by EPA ID 110001748583, is currently an active project under the National Priorities List. While the EPA lists the primary contaminants as unspecified hazardous substances, typical dry cleaner sites involve volatile organic compounds like perchloroethylene. Exposure pathways often include vapor intrusion into buildings or the leaching of chemicals into groundwater systems. Long-term exposure to these substances can increase the risk of respiratory issues, neurological damage, or certain cancers. To protect your household, you should first install a high-quality carbon air filtration system to mitigate potential vapor intrusion. Second, residents should use bottled or filtered water if they rely on private wells until professional testing confirms the water is safe. Third, avoid gardening in soil directly adjacent to industrial zones without using raised beds and clean, imported soil. Monitoring the EPA official site updates for this location is essential for understanding current remediation progress. There are seventeen hazardous sites within a ten-mile radius of this ZIP code, including Ashland Chemical and Bethel Latex. This high density of industrial sites requires constant vigilance regarding local land use and environmental health reports to ensure the safety of the Bridgeport community.

Threat Summary

The hazard score for Bridgeport is a critical 10.0 out of 10. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is located less than five miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that may affect your environment. In daily life, these chemicals can move through the soil or water, potentially contaminating the areas where you live and play. Living near a high-risk zone means you must be careful about local water quality and avoid direct contact with industrial soil to stay safe.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
FAMOUS CLEANERS1100017485834.91 miActive
ASHLAND CHEMICAL / KYOVA CORPORATION1100092715905.12 miActive
BETHEL LATEX1100092724655.42 miActive
PERKIN – ELMER CORPORATION1100008650295.74 miActive
EMHART FASTENING TEKNOLOGIES1100030155676.18 miActive
WILTON LANDFILL1100092722146.19 miActive
BATCHELDER1100673490606.87 miActive
NORANDA METAL INDUSTRIES1100083065647.02 miActive
RADIAL BEARING1100303819597.07 miActive
WEIR FARM NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE1100244249607.12 miActive

Action Required

Residents should contact local organizations to address environmental concerns and housing safety. Reach out to the Ash Creek Conservation Association Inc for information on local environmental protection efforts and land use. For housing assistance related to environmental health risks, contact Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507. Alternatively, the Putnam County Housing Corporation can be reached at 845-225-8493 for guidance on safe living conditions. These agencies provide resources to help you navigate the risks associated with living near the Famous Cleaners Superfund site. Immediate action ensures your family lives in a protected and healthy environment.

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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