Old Greenwich, CT (06870) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06870

Old Greenwich, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

The Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility sits only 1.4 miles from your area and is listed as a critical hazard. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the local soil or groundwater. For your daily life, this means the environment around you might not be as safe as it looks. These invisible chemicals can travel through the earth and reach places where people live, play, or grow food, potentially causing long-term health problems if they are left unmanaged.

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
1.4 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
2
Sites Within 10 Miles
11
County
Fairfield
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility, EPA ID 110003007567, is currently designated as an active National Priorities List site. The primary concern involves unspecified hazardous substances that may migrate through soil vapor or groundwater plumes. Exposure pathways typically include inhalation of volatile organic compounds or dermal contact with contaminated soil. Chronic exposure to these substances is linked to respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer risks. Federal oversight is ongoing to determine the full extent of the plume and necessary remediation steps. To protect your household, implement the following defensive measures. First, install a high-quality water filtration system certified to remove volatile organic compounds if you utilize local groundwater. Second, maintain a vapor barrier in basements or crawlspaces to prevent soil gases from entering the home. Third, avoid gardening in native soil without prior professional testing for heavy metals and chemical residue. Monitoring official EPA reports regarding site 110003007567 is essential for staying informed on containment progress. Proximity to this and ten other regional sites increases the cumulative toxic load, making these precautions vital for long-term safety in the Old Greenwich area.

Threat Summary

The Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility sits only 1.4 miles from your area and is listed as a critical hazard. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the local soil or groundwater. For your daily life, this means the environment around you might not be as safe as it looks. These invisible chemicals can travel through the earth and reach places where people live, play, or grow food, potentially causing long-term health problems if they are left unmanaged.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
STAMFORD NATURAL GAS STORAGE FACILITY1100030075671.36 miActive
TIME INC., R & D1100093342744.42 miActive
PORT REFINERY1100044675595.57 miActive
ANDERSON HILL ASBESTOS SITE1100137994346.34 miActive
SCOFIELDTOWN ROAD PARK1100093340967.31 miActive
BRIDGEPORT BRASS (FORMER)1100092719927.94 miActive
NORTH CASTLE CLEANERS1100092713777.97 miActive
DONAHUE PROPERTY1100092725449.3 miActive
KING INDUSTRIES, INC.1100648562049.39 miActive
KELLOGG-DEERING WELL FIELD1100608494629.65 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately coordinate with local organizations to evaluate property safety and housing rights. Contact the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc to learn about local land conservation and environmental health initiatives. For those concerned about property values or safe housing conditions due to the critical hazard score, contact Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507. This HUD-certified agency provides guidance on residential safety and housing rights. Taking proactive steps today ensures that your family remains protected from the risks associated with the Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility and other nearby hazardous locations.

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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