Greenwich, CT (06831) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06831

Greenwich, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

The Greenwich area near ZIP 06831 faces a critical hazard rating of 10.0 due to nearby toxic waste sites. The North Castle Cleaners Superfund site is located just over four miles away. This location contains dangerous asbestos fibers. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about disturbing old insulation or dust in the area. Breathing these invisible minerals can damage your lungs over time. Stay informed about local air quality and soil safety to protect your health.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Asbestos (Fibrous Mineral)
Nearest Superfund Site
NORTH CASTLE CLEANERS
Distance to Nearest
4.3 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
3
Sites Within 10 Miles
8
County
Fairfield
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The North Castle Cleaners site, EPA ID 110009271377, maintains an active status on the National Priorities List. Primary contamination involves fibrous asbestos minerals. Exposure pathways typically occur through the inhalation of airborne fibers or the ingestion of contaminated dust particles. Health risks associated with this site include asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma, as these minerals lodge permanently in lung tissue. The EPA continues to monitor the site to prevent further migration of contaminants into the surrounding Greenwich environment. To minimize personal risk, residents should implement three defensive measures. First, hire certified professionals for any home renovations involving materials installed before 1980 to prevent fiber release. Second, maintain high-efficiency particulate air filtration systems within the home to capture potential microscopic particulates. Third, avoid disturbing soil or debris near known remediation zones to prevent tracking contaminants into living spaces. Continuous oversight by federal authorities is required to manage the active hazards present at this and the eight other identified sites within a ten-mile radius, including the Anderson Hill Asbestos Site and Port Refinery.

Threat Summary

The Greenwich area near ZIP 06831 faces a critical hazard rating of 10.0 due to nearby toxic waste sites. The North Castle Cleaners Superfund site is located just over four miles away. This location contains dangerous asbestos fibers. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about disturbing old insulation or dust in the area. Breathing these invisible minerals can damage your lungs over time. Stay informed about local air quality and soil safety to protect your health.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
ANDERSON HILL ASBESTOS SITE1100137994343.22 miActive
PORT REFINERY1100044675593.71 miActive
NORTH CASTLE CLEANERS1100092713774.34 miActive
SCOFIELDTOWN ROAD PARK1100093340966.47 miActive
STAMFORD NATURAL GAS STORAGE FACILITY1100030075676.49 miActive
TIME INC., R & D1100093342747.08 miActive
WHITE PLAINS MERCURY1100710999207.93 miActive
CANADIAN RADIUM & URANIUM CORP1100700582429.67 miActive

Action Required

Residents should contact Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507 for assistance with housing safety and environmental justice concerns. This HUD-approved agency provides guidance on local housing rights and safety standards. For conservation-specific information regarding land use and environmental protection in the Greenwich region, contact the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc. If you suspect asbestos exposure or find hazardous materials on your property, do not handle them yourself. Seek professional testing immediately. Staying connected with these local resources ensures you receive updated information on the remediation progress of the North Castle Cleaners site.

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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