Stamford, CT (06921) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 06921

Stamford, Connecticut

Score: 10/10

Residents near the Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. This site is located only 0.7 miles away and contains dangerous substances that can seep into the ground or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. Living so close to an active Superfund site increases your risk of coming into contact with pollutants that are harmful to your health and the environment today.

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
0.7 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
2
Sites Within 10 Miles
15
County
Fairfield
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility, EPA ID 110003007567, is currently listed as an active site on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight confirms the presence of unspecified hazardous substances that require long-term remediation. Exposure pathways primarily involve groundwater contamination and soil vapor intrusion, where chemical vapors migrate from underground into nearby residential buildings. These contaminants pose severe health risks, including potential respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer risk over prolonged exposure. To minimize risk, residents should follow these three defensive measures. First, use certified high-efficiency particulate air filters in home ventilation systems to capture airborne contaminants. Second, avoid any private well water consumption and rely exclusively on municipal water sources that undergo regular testing for compliance with federal safety standards. Third, limit direct contact with soil in the immediate vicinity of the facility, especially during construction or heavy rain events that may mobilize pollutants. There are two hazardous sites within five miles and fifteen sites within ten miles of this location, indicating a dense concentration of industrial legacy issues. State and federal agencies continue to monitor the plume migration to determine if further containment structures are necessary to protect the surrounding Stamford community.

Threat Summary

Residents near the Stamford Natural Gas Storage Facility face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. This site is located only 0.7 miles away and contains dangerous substances that can seep into the ground or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. Living so close to an active Superfund site increases your risk of coming into contact with pollutants that are harmful to your health and the environment today.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
STAMFORD NATURAL GAS STORAGE FACILITY1100030075670.71 miActive
TIME INC., R & D1100093342742.8 miActive
BRIDGEPORT BRASS (FORMER)1100092719926.11 miActive
SCOFIELDTOWN ROAD PARK1100093340966.37 miActive
PORT REFINERY1100044675597.22 miActive
DONAHUE PROPERTY1100092725447.47 miActive
KING INDUSTRIES, INC.1100648562047.56 miActive
KELLOGG-DEERING WELL FIELD1100608494627.85 miActive
NORTHEAST UTILITIES1100093345597.85 miActive
NORTH CASTLE CLEANERS1100092713777.86 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary for residents in ZIP code 06921 to ensure housing safety and environmental health. You should contact Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated at 914-428-4507 for guidance on housing rights and safety inspections in contaminated zones. Additionally, the Bartlett Arboretum Association Inc and the Cove Island Park Conservancy offer local environmental data that can help you understand the ecological impact on your neighborhood. For further assistance regarding fair housing and relocation options due to environmental hazards, call Long Island Housing Services, Incorporated at 631-567-5111. Protecting your family requires proactive engagement with these specific local resources.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Westchester Residential Opportunities, Incorporated
White Plains, CT
Long Island Housing Services, Incorporated
Bohemia, 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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