Greenwich, CT (06836) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06836

Greenwich, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Greenwich faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is less than five miles away. This location contains unspecified hazardous substances that can leak into the ground and water. These chemicals may not be visible, but they can hurt your health over time. You should be careful about using well water and avoid playing in soil near industrial areas. Staying informed about local pollution helps keep your family safe from invisible toxins in the neighborhood.

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, EPA ID 110001748583, is currently listed with an active National Priorities List status. While specific contaminants are labeled as unspecified hazardous substances, typical dry-cleaning sites involve volatile organic compounds like perchloroethylene. These chemicals migrate through soil into groundwater or enter buildings via vapor intrusion. Long-term exposure to such toxins increases risks of liver damage, kidney disease, and various cancers. Within a ten-mile radius, seventeen hazardous sites exist, including Ashland Chemical and Bethel Latex, creating a cumulative environmental burden. Residents must take specific defensive measures to mitigate these risks. First, install a high-quality carbon filtration system for all drinking water to capture potential chemical runoff. Second, conduct professional radon and vapor intrusion testing in basements to ensure underground gases are not entering the living space. Third, maintain a shoes-off policy indoors to prevent tracking contaminated outdoor soil into the home. Monitoring the EPA site updates provides the latest data on remediation progress. Understanding these pathways is essential for managing the critical 10.0 hazard rating assigned to this ZIP code.

Threat Summary

Greenwich faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is less than five miles away. This location contains unspecified hazardous substances that can leak into the ground and water. These chemicals may not be visible, but they can hurt your health over time. You should be careful about using well water and avoid playing in soil near industrial areas. Staying informed about local pollution helps keep your family safe from invisible toxins in the neighborhood.

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 should contact Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507 for assistance with housing safety and environmental health advocacy. This HUD-approved agency provides guidance on navigating property risks and residential rights in high-hazard zones. Additionally, the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc serves as a local resource for environmental preservation and land safety information. Securing your home against chemical exposure requires immediate coordination with these professional entities. Do not delay in seeking a comprehensive environmental assessment of your property to address the critical risks identified at the Famous Cleaners and surrounding industrial sites.

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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