Kenilworth, NJ (07033) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07033

Kenilworth, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Kenilworth has a critical hazard score of 10.0. The 232 East 1st Avenue Superfund site is located only 2.1 miles from your area. This site contains hazardous substances that could harm your health through contaminated air or water. Because the site is active on the National Priorities List, these pollutants are still a danger to the community. You must be careful about where you play or walk near industrial zones to avoid these dangerous chemicals.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
232 EAST 1ST AVENUE
Distance to Nearest
2.1 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
34
Sites Within 10 Miles
150
County
Union
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The site at 232 East 1st Avenue carries EPA ID 110071100942 and remains active on the National Priorities List. This status confirms that the federal government considers the location a high-priority threat requiring remediation. Exposure pathways in this region primarily involve contaminated groundwater and vapor intrusion from nearby industrial operations like General Electric Co. and Atlantic Metal Products Inc. Prolonged exposure to unspecified hazardous substances can lead to chronic respiratory conditions and increased cancer risks. There are 34 hazardous sites within five miles, significantly elevating the cumulative toxicity of the local environment. Residents should implement three specific defensive measures. First, install carbon-activated water filtration systems to remove potential chemical runoff. Second, keep windows closed during high-wind events to prevent industrial dust from entering the home. Third, remove shoes before entering your residence to avoid tracking contaminated soil into living spaces. Ongoing monitoring of the EPA’s cleanup status is necessary as the remediation process for 232 East 1st Avenue continues. These actions reduce the likelihood of direct contact with the toxic substances present in the 07033 zip code.

Threat Summary

Kenilworth has a critical hazard score of 10.0. The 232 East 1st Avenue Superfund site is located only 2.1 miles from your area. This site contains hazardous substances that could harm your health through contaminated air or water. Because the site is active on the National Priorities List, these pollutants are still a danger to the community. You must be careful about where you play or walk near industrial zones to avoid these dangerous chemicals.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
CROSSFIELD PRODUCTS CORP1100008019181.26 miActive
GRIFFITH LABORATORIES1100224839621.31 miActive
ROSELLE PARK BASEBALL FIELDS1100093244541.32 miActive
ATLANTIC METAL PRODUCTS INC1100008641371.33 miActive
GENERAL ELECTRIC CO.1100711004411.37 miActive
REPUBLIC METAL PRODUCTS1100041567241.62 miActive
RAHWAY RIVER VOC CONTAMINATION1100093419341.74 miActive
BEST FOODS RES AND ENG CENTER1100041609421.8 miActive
232 EAST 1ST AVENUE1100711009422.06 miActive
SCHAEFFER SALTS1100137994982.09 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary for those living near the 150 hazardous sites in the region. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss environmental safety standards for your residence. For age-specific health support and safety resources, call the County of Bergen Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. You may also consult with the African Violet and Gesneriad Society of New Jersey for information on local environmental conditions. Proactive engagement with these organizations helps mitigate the risks posed by the 232 East 1st Avenue Superfund site.

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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