Ridgefield, Connecticut
Ridgefield faces a critical safety rating of 10.0 due to nearby hazardous locations. The Famous Cleaners site sits less than five miles away and is currently an active Superfund site. Hazardous substances from dry cleaning facilities can soak into the ground and enter the water we drink or the air inside buildings. This means chemicals you cannot see or smell might be present in your environment. You must stay informed about local soil and water quality to keep your family safe.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Ridgefield faces a critical safety rating of 10.0 due to nearby hazardous locations. The Famous Cleaners site sits less than five miles away and is currently an active Superfund site. Hazardous substances from dry cleaning facilities can soak into the ground and enter the water we drink or the air inside buildings. This means chemicals you cannot see or smell might be present in your environment. You must stay informed about local soil and water quality to keep your family safe.
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
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and legal rights. Contact the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc to learn about local land conservation and environmental health initiatives in the Ridgefield area. For those concerned about property safety or seeking housing assistance due to environmental hazards, contact Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507. Alternatively, the Putnam County Housing Corporation can be reached at 845-225-8493 for guidance on safe housing standards. Engaging with these local resources ensures you receive professional support in navigating the risks associated with the Famous Cleaners Superfund site and surrounding industrial zones.
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.