Stamford, CT (06912) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06912

Stamford, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

The hazard score for Stamford ZIP 06912 is 10.0 out of 10. This indicates a critical environmental threat to your neighborhood. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is located less than five miles away. Hazardous substances at this site can leak into the ground and water. These chemicals may enter your home through tap water or rising vapors. You must take this risk seriously to protect your long-term health and keep your family safe from toxic exposure.

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

Famous Cleaners, identified by EPA ID 110001748583, is currently listed as an active site on the National Priority List. There are 17 hazardous locations within ten miles of this area. Contaminants often spread through groundwater plumes or soil vapor intrusion, where toxic gases enter buildings through foundation cracks. Long-term exposure to unspecified hazardous substances from dry cleaning or industrial processes increases risks for respiratory issues, neurological damage, and certain cancers. The EPA oversees ongoing monitoring and remediation efforts at these locations to contain the spread of pollutants. To protect your household, you should first install a high-quality carbon filtration system for all drinking water to remove chemical residues. Second, seal any cracks in your basement floor or foundation to block harmful vapors from entering your living space. Third, sign up for local environmental alerts to track cleanup progress and new contamination findings. You can search the EPA Superfund database using the site ID for detailed technical reports on soil and water quality. Residents should avoid disturbing soil in areas near industrial zones or older commercial properties until testing confirms the ground is safe for gardening or recreation.

Threat Summary

The hazard score for Stamford ZIP 06912 is 10.0 out of 10. This indicates a critical environmental threat to your neighborhood. The Famous Cleaners Superfund site is located less than five miles away. Hazardous substances at this site can leak into the ground and water. These chemicals may enter your home through tap water or rising vapors. You must take this risk seriously to protect your long-term health and keep your family safe from toxic exposure.

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 immediately contact the Cove Island Park Conservancy to learn about local water quality monitoring and environmental protection efforts in Stamford. For those concerned about property safety or relocation due to environmental hazards, Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated provides housing assistance and can be reached at 914-428-4507. You may also contact the Putnam County Housing Corporation at 845-225-8493 for additional guidance on safe housing. Documentation of the 10.0 hazard score should be kept for all future property assessments or health consultations. Seek professional environmental testing if you suspect indoor air contamination.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated
White Plains, CT
Putnam County Housing Corporation
Carmel, CT

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • Bartlett Arboretum Association IncEnvironmental
  • Chatham Rock Island IncEnvironmental
  • Cove Island Park ConservancyEnvironmental

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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