Passaic, New Jersey
Passaic faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is active and located less than five miles away. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or air. For your daily life, these chemicals might contaminate the water you drink or the soil where children play. With 56 industrial sites nearby, the risk of exposure is high. You must stay informed to protect your health.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Passaic faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is active and located less than five miles away. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or air. For your daily life, these chemicals might contaminate the water you drink or the soil where children play. With 56 industrial sites nearby, the risk of exposure is high. You must stay informed to protect your health.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| QUALCO INC | 110010762692 | 0.63 mi | Active |
| THIRD WARD PARK PHARMACEUTICAL RELEASE | 110071256344 | 0.72 mi | Active |
| TRUCKERS WAREHOUSE, INC. | 110071100017 | 0.79 mi | Active |
| PANTASOTE INC FILM COMPOUND AND PKG DIV | 110071100526 | 0.81 mi | Active |
| HOWE RICHARDSON SCALE COMPANY | 110004139478 | 1.19 mi | Active |
| SONDEY PAINT | 110009300416 | 1.2 mi | Active |
| TENNECO CHEMICAL | 110001530665 | 1.22 mi | Active |
| INDUSTRIAL LATEX CORP. | 110071100925 | 1.46 mi | Active |
| PICRIC ACID EMERGENCY RESPONSE | 110024898253 | 1.56 mi | Active |
| GARFIELD GROUND WATER CONTAMINATION | 110043437750 | 1.58 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their housing and environmental safety. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for assistance with housing rights in contaminated zones. For senior citizens, the County of Bergen Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services is available at 201-336-7400 to provide specialized support and resources. Engaging with local groups like the African Violet and Gesneriad Society of New Jersey can provide community-level environmental updates. Proactive communication with these organizations ensures you receive the necessary legal and health-related guidance for living in Passaic.
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.