Rutherford, NJ (07070) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07070

Rutherford, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

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

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
ABRACHEM CHEMICAL
Distance to Nearest
0.8 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
45
Sites Within 10 Miles
210
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Abrachem Chemical facility, EPA ID 110015704665, is currently listed on the National Priorities List with an active status. This site is part of a dense cluster of industrial hazards, including Diamond Chemicals and Universal Oil Products, with 45 hazardous sites located within five miles of Rutherford. Exposure pathways primarily include vapor intrusion from contaminated groundwater and the inhalation of particulate matter from legacy industrial activities. Health risks associated with unspecified hazardous substances include respiratory distress, neurological impairment, and increased long-term cancer risks. The EPA monitors these sites to prevent further migration of contaminants into the residential ecosystem. To mitigate personal risk, residents must implement three defensive measures. First, install a high-efficiency particulate air filtration system to reduce indoor air contaminants. Second, utilize activated carbon water filtration for all potable water sources to capture chemical residues. Third, maintain a shoes-off policy indoors to prevent the tracking of contaminated exterior soil into living spaces. Continuous monitoring of EPA public records for the Abrachem Chemical site is necessary to track remediation progress and potential shifts in local toxicity levels. This regulatory oversight is critical given the density of 210 sites within a ten-mile radius.

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 NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
DIAMOND CHEMICALS1100711005040.82 miActive
ABRACHEM CHEMICAL1100157046650.84 miActive
E. RUTHERFORD JOINT SEWAGE T. P.1100092998650.96 miActive
ANDERS CHEMICAL CO.1100041644300.98 miActive
UNIVERSAL OIL PRODUCTS (CHEMICAL DIVISION)1100077022721.11 miActive
MEADOWLANDS PLATING & FINISHING INC.1100015298821.33 miActive
HARTIN PAINT & FILLER CORP1100005817811.36 miActive
AVON SANITARY LANDFILL1100145768781.62 miActive
BENEDICT-MILLER, INC.1100092991421.72 miActive
CROMPTON COLORS INC1100298821611.76 miActive

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 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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