Montclair, NJ (07043) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07043

Montclair, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Montclair faces a critical hazard level of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is located less than five miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can harm your health. Nearby radium sites also pose serious risks. These contaminants can move through soil and air. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about the air you breathe and the ground where children play. Staying informed is the best way to keep your family safe from these dangers.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
1 HOUR MARTINIZING CLEANERS
Distance to Nearest
4.8 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
51
Sites Within 10 Miles
228
County
Essex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners site, EPA ID 110004254654, remains on the National Priorities List with an active status. Environmental investigations focus on hazardous substances typically associated with dry cleaning operations, such as volatile organic compounds. Exposure pathways include vapor intrusion into residential basements and groundwater contamination. Prolonged exposure to these chemicals can lead to respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer risks. Furthermore, the Glen Ridge and Montclair/West Orange Radium Sites within two miles introduce radiological hazards through soil ingestion and radon gas inhalation. To mitigate these threats, residents should implement three defensive measures. First, install a high-quality radon mitigation system to reduce gas buildup from historical radium deposits. Second, utilize HEPA-filtered air purifiers to capture airborne particulates and volatile vapors. Third, conduct professional vapor intrusion testing if your property is near a known plume. These steps reduce the likelihood of chronic chemical exposure. Continuous monitoring of EPA progress reports is essential for residents within the five-mile radius of the 51 identified hazardous sites.

Threat Summary

Montclair faces a critical hazard level of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is located less than five miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can harm your health. Nearby radium sites also pose serious risks. These contaminants can move through soil and air. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about the air you breathe and the ground where children play. Staying informed is the best way to keep your family safe from these dangers.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
SUPERB CLEANERS1100041585170.77 miActive
GLEN RIDGE RADIUM SITE1100711008611.41 miActive
MONTCLAIR/WEST ORANGE RADIUM SITE1100711008621.79 miActive
THE LAUNDRY ZONE1100670398221.98 miActive
R & M CLEANERS1100670398682.01 miActive
TRI-CITY CLEANERS1100670398862.02 miActive
ANDSON PLATING INCORPORATED1100041665172.15 miActive
EAST ORANGE RADIUM1100711003422.16 miActive
FORMER A CORNFELD & CO., INC.1100711000132.2 miActive
ORANGE VALLEY REGIONAL GROUND WATER CONTAMINATION1100453960772.29 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary to ensure housing safety and environmental health. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for assistance with environmental disclosures and tenant rights. Residents seeking support for senior safety regarding local hazards should contact the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. You may also consult with Beautiful Mountainside A Nj Nonprofit Corporation for local environmental advocacy information. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to local health officials immediately to ensure community-wide monitoring of these critical hazards.

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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