Danbury, Connecticut
Residents in ZIP 06816 face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is located less than five miles away and contains unspecified hazardous substances. These contaminants can move through the air, soil, or groundwater into your neighborhood. Living near an active hazardous site means you must be extra careful about the safety of your soil and drinking water. These toxins can impact your health and daily safety.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Residents in ZIP 06816 face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is located less than five miles away and contains unspecified hazardous substances. These contaminants can move through the air, soil, or groundwater into your neighborhood. Living near an active hazardous site means you must be extra careful about the safety of your soil and drinking water. These toxins can impact your health and daily safety.
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
Concerned residents should contact the American Wanderer Foundation or the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc to discuss local environmental preservation and land safety. For those seeking housing assistance or guidance on living near high-risk zones, contact Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507. Alternatively, reach out to the Putnam County Housing Corporation at 845-225-8493 for housing counseling services. These organizations provide resources to help you navigate environmental risks and secure safe living conditions in the Danbury area. Immediate action is recommended to ensure your home meets local safety standards and health requirements.
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.