Greenwich, CT (06830) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06830

Greenwich, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Greenwich faces a critical safety risk because of nearby industrial pollution. The Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility is a major concern just over four miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can move through the air or water. For residents, this means you must be careful about the soil in your yard and the quality of your drinking water. Dangerous chemicals from these sites can affect your long-term health if you are exposed to them every day.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
STAMFORD NATURAL GAS STORAGE FACILITY
Distance to Nearest
4.4 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
3
Sites Within 10 Miles
7
County
Fairfield
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility, identified by EPA ID 110003007567, remains an active site on the National Priorities List. Regulatory records indicate the presence of unspecified hazardous substances that require ongoing monitoring and remediation. Exposure pathways in the Greenwich area include groundwater contamination from historical industrial runoff and airborne particulates from sites like the Anderson Hill Asbestos Site. These contaminants pose serious health risks, including respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer vulnerability through prolonged contact. Current cleanup efforts focus on containment and preventing the migration of toxins into the local water table. To defend against these risks, residents should first install high-efficiency HEPA air filtration systems to capture outdoor pollutants. Second, homeowners must use certified multi-stage water filtration systems that target heavy metals and volatile organic compounds. Third, avoid gardening in native soil without first conducting professional laboratory testing for heavy metals and asbestos fibers. Monitoring local EPA updates regarding the Port Refinery and other nearby facilities is essential for maintaining situational awareness of environmental shifts. The active status of these sites necessitates a proactive stance on household safety to mitigate cumulative exposure.

Threat Summary

Greenwich faces a critical safety risk because of nearby industrial pollution. The Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility is a major concern just over four miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can move through the air or water. For residents, this means you must be careful about the soil in your yard and the quality of your drinking water. Dangerous chemicals from these sites can affect your long-term health if you are exposed to them every day.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
PORT REFINERY1100044675592.66 miActive
ANDERSON HILL ASBESTOS SITE1100137994343.25 miActive
STAMFORD NATURAL GAS STORAGE FACILITY1100030075674.4 miActive
TIME INC., R & D1100093342746.4 miActive
NORTH CASTLE CLEANERS1100092713776.72 miActive
SCOFIELDTOWN ROAD PARK1100093340967.59 miActive
WHITE PLAINS MERCURY1100710999207.72 miActive

Action Required

Residents should contact the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc or the Better Planet Fund to learn about local land conservation and environmental protection efforts in the Greenwich area. For those concerned about how environmental hazards affect housing safety and legal rights, contact Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated in White Plains at 914-428-4507. This agency provides guidance on fair housing and residential safety standards. Taking immediate action to verify the safety of your property and understanding your rights as a resident is vital given the critical hazard score assigned to this specific geographic region.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated
White Plains, CT
Fair Housing Council Of Northern New Jersey
Hackensack, 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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