Danbury, CT (06814) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06814

Danbury, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Danbury residents face a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is less than five miles away and is currently active on the National Priority List. While contaminants are listed as unspecified hazardous substances, these chemicals often soak into the ground and pollute local water or air. This means you must be careful about what is in your soil and drinking water to avoid getting sick from long-term exposure to industrial waste.

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 an active National Priority List location requiring ongoing federal oversight. Because the primary contaminants are classified as hazardous substances from industrial cleaning processes, exposure pathways typically include groundwater contamination and vapor intrusion into nearby buildings. These substances can cause long-term health risks including respiratory issues, organ damage, and increased cancer risk if ingested or inhaled over time. There are sixteen other hazardous sites within ten miles, including Ashland Chemical and Bethel Latex, creating a cumulative environmental burden for the 06814 area. To protect yourself, first install a high-quality water filtration system that meets NSF/ANSI standards for chemical removal. Second, use an indoor air purifier with a HEPA and activated carbon filter to capture potential volatile organic compounds. Third, conduct professional soil testing before starting any home garden to ensure the ground is not saturated with heavy metals or legacy chemicals. Monitoring the EPA’s Superfund Site Profile for Famous Cleaners provides the latest updates on remediation progress and specific chemical findings as the cleanup continues. Maintaining these defensive measures reduces the likelihood of direct contact with migrating pollutants while the government works to contain the source.

Threat Summary

Danbury residents face a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is less than five miles away and is currently active on the National Priority List. While contaminants are listed as unspecified hazardous substances, these chemicals often soak into the ground and pollute local water or air. This means you must be careful about what is in your soil and drinking water to avoid getting sick from long-term exposure to industrial waste.

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 must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc to learn about local land conservation and soil health initiatives in the Danbury area. For those concerned about how environmental hazards affect their housing safety or property value, reach out to Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507. Alternatively, contact the Putnam County Housing Corporation at 845-225-8493 for guidance on safe housing resources. These organizations provide the necessary support to navigate the risks associated with living near high-density Superfund zones and help ensure your family remains protected.

HUD Housing Counseling

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

Environmental 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.

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