Caldwell, NJ (07006) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07006

Caldwell, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Residents in Caldwell face a critical safety risk due to high toxic density. The 212-214 NORTH LIVINGSTON AVENUE Superfund site is located less than four miles away. This site is contaminated with tetrachloroethylene, a chemical used in dry cleaning. In daily life, this means dangerous vapors can leak into buildings or pollute the groundwater. Because there are over thirty hazardous sites nearby, you must be careful about your water and air quality to stay safe from long-term illness.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Tetrachloroethylene (PCE/PERC)
Nearest Superfund Site
212-214 NORTH LIVINGSTON AVENUE
Distance to Nearest
3.7 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
34
Sites Within 10 Miles
158
County
Essex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 212-214 NORTH LIVINGSTON AVENUE site is currently on the National Priorities List with an active status. The primary contaminant is Tetrachloroethylene, a volatile organic compound. Exposure pathways include vapor intrusion, where gas migrates from contaminated soil or groundwater into the indoor air of nearby structures. Additionally, groundwater plumes can impact local water supplies. Health risks associated with chronic PCE exposure include neurological impairment, liver damage, and an increased risk of certain cancers. The EPA ID 110039012341 identifies this location as a significant environmental concern requiring ongoing monitoring and remediation. To defend against exposure, residents should first install a high-quality carbon filtration system for drinking water to remove volatile chemicals. Second, perform sub-slab vapor testing in basements to ensure toxic gases are not entering the home. Third, maintain proper indoor ventilation and use air purifiers with HEPA and activated carbon filters to reduce airborne concentrations. Numerous active dry-cleaning facilities within a one-mile radius, such as Village Cleaners and US Cleaners, contribute to the cumulative chemical burden in the Caldwell area. Monitoring local EPA reports is essential for tracking progress on site cleanup and identifying new areas of concern within the 10-mile radius containing 158 hazardous sites.

Threat Summary

Residents in Caldwell face a critical safety risk due to high toxic density. The 212-214 NORTH LIVINGSTON AVENUE Superfund site is located less than four miles away. This site is contaminated with tetrachloroethylene, a chemical used in dry cleaning. In daily life, this means dangerous vapors can leak into buildings or pollute the groundwater. Because there are over thirty hazardous sites nearby, you must be careful about your water and air quality to stay safe from long-term illness.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
LAUNDRY & DRY CLEANING VILLAGE1100711000150.75 miActive
VILLAGE CLEANERS1100041501500.75 miActive
CLASSIC CLEANERS1100712416840.76 miActive
US CLEANERS1100041608080.8 miActive
KALTERS CLEANERS1100041836050.82 miActive
FORMER US CLEANERS & DYERS1100714328750.84 miActive
FORMER US CLEANERS & DYERS1100714416660.85 miActive
CALDWELL CLEANERS1100295892100.94 miActive
ENZO II ITALIAN TAILOR1100714416670.94 miActive
FAIRFIELD TEXTILES1100003179330.97 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss your rights regarding environmental safety and housing quality. For additional community support, engage with the African Violet and Gesneriad Society of New Jersey or Beautiful Mountainside A Nj Nonprofit Corporation to learn about local conservation efforts. If you are a senior citizen, call the Bergen County Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for specialized assistance. Documenting your property’s proximity to these 34 nearby sites is vital for future health and legal protections.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Fair Housing Council Of Northern New Jersey
Hackensack, NJ
County Of Bergen, Department Of Human Services, Division Of Senior Services
Hackensack, NJ

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • African Violet And Gesneriad Society Of New JerseyEnvironmental
  • American Friends Of Maggies Centre IncEnvironmental
  • Beautiful Mountainside A Nj Nonprofit CorporationEnvironmental

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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