Rutherford, New Jersey
Rutherford faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Abrachem Chemical site is only 0.8 miles away and is currently listed as an active Superfund site. Hazardous substances at this location can enter the air, soil, and groundwater. For your daily life, this means potential exposure to chemicals that are not always visible. You should avoid playing in local soil or drinking untreated water from private wells to stay safe from these industrial pollutants.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Rutherford faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Abrachem Chemical site is only 0.8 miles away and is currently listed as an active Superfund site. Hazardous substances at this location can enter the air, soil, and groundwater. For your daily life, this means potential exposure to chemicals that are not always visible. You should avoid playing in local soil or drinking untreated water from private wells to stay safe from these industrial pollutants.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIAMOND CHEMICALS | 110071100504 | 0.82 mi | Active |
| ABRACHEM CHEMICAL | 110015704665 | 0.84 mi | Active |
| E. RUTHERFORD JOINT SEWAGE T. P. | 110009299865 | 0.96 mi | Active |
| ANDERS CHEMICAL CO. | 110004164430 | 0.98 mi | Active |
| UNIVERSAL OIL PRODUCTS (CHEMICAL DIVISION) | 110007702272 | 1.11 mi | Active |
| MEADOWLANDS PLATING & FINISHING INC. | 110001529882 | 1.33 mi | Active |
| HARTIN PAINT & FILLER CORP | 110000581781 | 1.36 mi | Active |
| AVON SANITARY LANDFILL | 110014576878 | 1.62 mi | Active |
| BENEDICT-MILLER, INC. | 110009299142 | 1.72 mi | Active |
| CROMPTON COLORS INC | 110029882161 | 1.76 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents should contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss housing safety and environmental justice concerns. For senior citizens, the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services provides specialized support at 201-336-7400. You may also engage with the African Violet and Gesneriad Society of New Jersey to learn about local soil health and environmental conservation efforts. Documentation of local health symptoms should be maintained and reported to these agencies to ensure proper advocacy for site cleanup and community protection within the Rutherford area.
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.