Danbury, Connecticut
Danbury faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Famous Cleaners site is less than five miles away and is currently listed as an active threat. This location contains hazardous substances that can seep into the ground and reach the water you drink or the air you breathe. When toxic chemicals are nearby, they can affect your long-term health. You should be careful about using local well water and pay attention to safety alerts.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Danbury faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Famous Cleaners site is less than five miles away and is currently listed as an active threat. This location contains hazardous substances that can seep into the ground and reach the water you drink or the air you breathe. When toxic chemicals are nearby, they can affect your long-term health. You should be careful about using local well water and pay attention to safety alerts.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAMOUS CLEANERS | 110001748583 | 4.91 mi | Active |
| ASHLAND CHEMICAL / KYOVA CORPORATION | 110009271590 | 5.12 mi | Active |
| BETHEL LATEX | 110009272465 | 5.42 mi | Active |
| PERKIN – ELMER CORPORATION | 110000865029 | 5.74 mi | Active |
| EMHART FASTENING TEKNOLOGIES | 110003015567 | 6.18 mi | Active |
| WILTON LANDFILL | 110009272214 | 6.19 mi | Active |
| BATCHELDER | 110067349060 | 6.87 mi | Active |
| NORANDA METAL INDUSTRIES | 110008306564 | 7.02 mi | Active |
| RADIAL BEARING | 110030381959 | 7.07 mi | Active |
| WEIR FARM NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE | 110024424960 | 7.12 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. For assistance with housing safety and environmental justice issues, contact Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507. This agency provides guidance on residential safety and tenant rights in the region. Additionally, the Putnam County Housing Corporation can be reached at 845-225-8493 for further support regarding housing stability and local resources. Engaging with local environmental groups like the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc or the American Wanderer Foundation can provide more information on regional conservation efforts and community-wide environmental monitoring programs for the Danbury area.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- American Wanderer FoundationEnvironmental
- Aspetuck Land Trust IncEnvironmental
- Better Planet FundEnvironmental
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.