Clifton, New Jersey
Clifton faces a critical safety score of 10.0 due to extreme industrial density. The Abrachem Chemical site sits only 0.6 miles away and is listed as an active Superfund threat. This means the soil and water nearby contain hazardous substances that can harm your health over time. There are 54 dangerous sites within five miles of your home. You must be careful about touching local soil because these chemicals can cause long-term illness and impact your physical development or daily safety.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Clifton faces a critical safety score of 10.0 due to extreme industrial density. The Abrachem Chemical site sits only 0.6 miles away and is listed as an active Superfund threat. This means the soil and water nearby contain hazardous substances that can harm your health over time. There are 54 dangerous sites within five miles of your home. You must be careful about touching local soil because these chemicals can cause long-term illness and impact your physical development or daily safety.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| CROMPTON COLORS INC | 110029882161 | 0.51 mi | Active |
| ABRACHEM CHEMICAL | 110015704665 | 0.62 mi | Active |
| THIRD WARD PARK PHARMACEUTICAL RELEASE | 110071256344 | 1.22 mi | Active |
| PICRIC ACID EMERGENCY RESPONSE | 110024898253 | 1.26 mi | Active |
| TRUCKERS WAREHOUSE, INC. | 110071100017 | 1.62 mi | Active |
| L. SONNEBORNS SONS, INC. | 110060489779 | 1.8 mi | Active |
| ANDERS CHEMICAL CO. | 110004164430 | 1.9 mi | Active |
| HOWE RICHARDSON SCALE COMPANY | 110004139478 | 2.11 mi | Active |
| QUALCO INC | 110010762692 | 2.25 mi | Active |
| DIAMOND CHEMICALS | 110071100504 | 2.28 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and understand their rights. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss any environmental concerns related to your property or rental agreement. For additional community support and information on local land preservation, reach out to Beautiful Mountainside A Nj Nonprofit Corporation. If you are a senior citizen concerned about how these hazardous sites affect your health or housing stability, contact the County of Bergen Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for specialized assistance and resource coordination.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental 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.