Carlstadt, NJ (07072) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07072

Carlstadt, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Carlstadt faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is a primary concern located 4.4 miles away. This active site contains dangerous chemicals that can seep into the soil and groundwater. For daily life, these contaminants mean you must avoid contact with local soil and ensure your drinking water is strictly monitored. With 43 hazardous sites within five miles, industrial pollution is a significant threat to your local environment and long-term health.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
AAA ORGANIC CLEANERS
Distance to Nearest
4.4 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
43
Sites Within 10 Miles
192
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The AAA Organic Cleaners site, identified by EPA ID 110071100247, is currently listed as an active site on the National Priorities List. Environmental investigations focus on unspecified hazardous substances that may migrate through soil and groundwater. Exposure pathways in Carlstadt include vapor intrusion, where chemical gases enter basements, and direct ingestion of contaminated dust or water. Prolonged exposure to industrial hazardous substances often correlates with increased risks of respiratory illness, organ damage, and certain cancers. Nearby sites like Scientific Chemical Processing and Meadowlands Plating & Finishing Inc. further compound these risks by adding heavy metals and solvents to the local ecosystem. To protect your health, implement three defensive measures. First, install a high-quality HEPA air filtration system to reduce inhalation of airborne particulates and vapors. Second, use a certified water filtration system capable of removing volatile organic compounds. Third, maintain a shoes-off policy indoors to prevent tracking contaminated industrial soil into your living spaces. Regular testing of indoor air quality is recommended given the density of 192 sites within ten miles. These regulatory actions and personal defenses are necessary to mitigate the severe environmental pressure in this industrial corridor.

Threat Summary

Carlstadt faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is a primary concern located 4.4 miles away. This active site contains dangerous chemicals that can seep into the soil and groundwater. For daily life, these contaminants mean you must avoid contact with local soil and ensure your drinking water is strictly monitored. With 43 hazardous sites within five miles, industrial pollution is a significant threat to your local environment and long-term health.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
SCIENTIFIC CHEMICAL PROCESSING1100007012230.28 miActive
MEADOWLANDS PLATING & FINISHING INC.1100015298820.49 miActive
HARTIN PAINT & FILLER CORP1100005817810.59 miActive
UNIVERSAL OIL PRODUCTS (CHEMICAL DIVISION)1100077022720.68 miActive
VENTRON/VELSICOL1100388883350.82 miActive
LAND AIR EXPRESS1100462829000.95 miActive
DIAMOND CHEMICALS1100711005041 miActive
E. RUTHERFORD JOINT SEWAGE T. P.1100092998651.35 miActive
ANDERS CHEMICAL CO.1100041644301.59 miActive
LOWER HACKENSACK RIVER1100670395911.96 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is required to address the critical 10.0 hazard score in Carlstadt. Residents should contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for assistance with environmental safety concerns related to local housing. For additional support regarding senior health and safe living conditions, contact the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. You may also engage with the African Violet and Gesneriad Society of New Jersey to learn more about local environmental advocacy and community protection efforts. Document all potential exposure symptoms for health officials.

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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