Clifton, NJ (07012) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07012

Clifton, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Residents in Clifton face a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0. The Abrachem Chemical Superfund site is located only 2.2 miles away. This facility contains dangerous hazardous substances that can move through the air and groundwater. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. With 51 industrial sites within five miles, the total pollution level is very high. Stay alert to local health warnings to keep your family safe.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
ABRACHEM CHEMICAL
Distance to Nearest
2.2 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
51
Sites Within 10 Miles
194
County
Passaic
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Abrachem Chemical site, identified by EPA ID 110015704665, is currently listed as an active site on the National Priorities List. Regulatory records indicate the presence of unspecified hazardous substances that require long-term remediation. Exposure pathways in this high-density industrial corridor primarily include groundwater contamination and vapor intrusion into residential structures. Long-term exposure to these industrial pollutants can lead to respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer risks. The surrounding area contains 51 hazardous sites within a five-mile radius, including recent emergency responses for picric acid and pharmaceutical releases. To mitigate personal risk, residents should take three specific defensive measures. First, install a high-quality carbon filtration system for all drinking water to remove potential chemical residues. Second, utilize HEPA-standard air purifiers indoors to reduce the inhalation of volatile organic compounds. Third, avoid disturbing local soil for gardening unless the earth has been professionally tested for toxins. Monitoring the EPA’s progress on the Abrachem site is essential for understanding evolving community safety standards. Ongoing industrial activity at locations like Crompton Colors Inc continues to impact the local environmental profile, necessitating constant vigilance regarding local air and water quality reports.

Threat Summary

Residents in Clifton face a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0. The Abrachem Chemical Superfund site is located only 2.2 miles away. This facility contains dangerous hazardous substances that can move through the air and groundwater. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and water quality. With 51 industrial sites within five miles, the total pollution level is very high. Stay alert to local health warnings to keep your family safe.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
PICRIC ACID EMERGENCY RESPONSE1100248982530.38 miActive
TRUCKERS WAREHOUSE, INC.1100711000171.11 miActive
THIRD WARD PARK PHARMACEUTICAL RELEASE1100712563441.14 miActive
HOWE RICHARDSON SCALE COMPANY1100041394781.18 miActive
CROMPTON COLORS INC1100298821611.7 miActive
CLIFTON ROUTE #3 TRUCK EXPLOSION1100718127141.83 miActive
SHULTON TOILETRIES1100548996141.88 miActive
ABRACHEM CHEMICAL1100157046652.17 miActive
QUALCO INC1100107626922.39 miActive
SCHAIT AND SON DRY CLEANERS, INC.1100041559212.42 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary to address environmental housing concerns in Clifton. Residents should contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for assistance with safety-related housing issues. Senior citizens can reach out to the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for specialized support. Additionally, community members may engage with local organizations like Beautiful Mountainside A Nj Nonprofit Corporation to advocate for local land preservation and environmental health. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to these local authorities immediately.

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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