Redding, CT (06896) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06896

Redding, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

The Redding area faces a critical environmental hazard score of ten out of ten. The Weir Farm National Historic Site is the primary Superfund location nearby. While it is a park, the presence of unspecified hazardous substances means soil and water could contain hidden dangers. For your daily life, this means you must be careful when gardening or playing in local dirt. Chemicals can move through the ground and eventually reach your home or the water you drink.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
WEIR FARM NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
Distance to Nearest
4.6 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
2
Sites Within 10 Miles
18
County
Fairfield
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Weir Farm National Historic Site, identified by EPA ID 110024424960, is currently listed as an active site on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight confirms the presence of hazardous substances that require long-term remedial action. Exposure pathways primarily include soil ingestion and groundwater infiltration. When contaminants remain uncontained, they can migrate into residential aquifers, posing risks of chronic illness or developmental issues depending on the specific chemical composition. The Wilton Landfill also contributes to the local environmental burden, increasing the cumulative risk for Redding residents. To protect your household, first conduct professional laboratory testing of all private well water to screen for volatile organic compounds and heavy metals. Second, implement a HEPA-standard air filtration system to reduce the inhalation of contaminated dust particles. Third, establish a no-shoes policy indoors to prevent the tracking of outdoor soil into living spaces. Continuous monitoring of EPA updates regarding the Perkin-Elmer and Famous Cleaners sites is necessary, as eighteen hazardous locations exist within a ten-mile radius of Redding. These sites represent a complex network of industrial legacies that demand constant vigilance from local property owners and municipal health departments.

Threat Summary

The Redding area faces a critical environmental hazard score of ten out of ten. The Weir Farm National Historic Site is the primary Superfund location nearby. While it is a park, the presence of unspecified hazardous substances means soil and water could contain hidden dangers. For your daily life, this means you must be careful when gardening or playing in local dirt. Chemicals can move through the ground and eventually reach your home or the water you drink.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
WILTON LANDFILL1100092722143.37 miActive
WEIR FARM NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE1100244249604.56 miActive
PERKIN – ELMER CORPORATION1100008650295.51 miActive
FAMOUS CLEANERS1100017485837.04 miActive
PERKIN ELMER CORPORATION1100174420617.09 miActive
BETHEL LATEX1100092724657.34 miActive
ASHLAND CHEMICAL / KYOVA CORPORATION1100092715907.35 miActive
PERKIN ELMER CHROM DIVISION1100007868557.92 miActive
EMHART FASTENING TEKNOLOGIES1100030155678.19 miActive
DIP & STRIP1100093342568.55 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Aspetuck Land Trust Inc to learn about local soil conservation and land safety efforts in the Redding area. If you have concerns about how these environmental hazards affect your housing stability or property value, reach out to Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507. Additionally, the Putnam County Housing Corporation provides assistance at 845-225-8493 for those needing housing guidance. Document all environmental findings and maintain contact with these agencies to ensure your home remains safe and compliant with health standards.

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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