Newark, New Jersey
Newark residents in ZIP 07101 face a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is only 0.2 miles away. This location contains hazardous substances that may contaminate local soil or groundwater. For daily life, this means potential exposure to chemicals that you cannot see or smell. Living near active cleanup sites requires extra caution regarding gardening, water usage, and indoor air quality to prevent long-term health problems for your entire family.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Newark residents in ZIP 07101 face a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is only 0.2 miles away. This location contains hazardous substances that may contaminate local soil or groundwater. For daily life, this means potential exposure to chemicals that you cannot see or smell. Living near active cleanup sites requires extra caution regarding gardening, water usage, and indoor air quality to prevent long-term health problems for your entire family.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 HOUR MARTINIZING CLEANERS | 110004254654 | 0.16 mi | Active |
| 521 SOUTH 17TH STREET | 110037285924 | 0.89 mi | Active |
| IRVINGTON SMELTING & REFINING | 110071100248 | 1.09 mi | Active |
| VA NEW JERSEY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (EAST ORANGE CAMPUS) | 110017310266 | 1.33 mi | Active |
| SILSONIX CORP | 110001532048 | 1.37 mi | Active |
| NEWARK LAMP PLANT/GENERAL ELECTRIC CO. | 110004141090 | 1.76 mi | Active |
| CUSTOM CARE CLEANERS | 110004205958 | 1.91 mi | Active |
| ON TRACK CLEANERS | 110004251639 | 1.95 mi | Active |
| HYGRADE ELECTRO PLATING CO | 110071100106 | 1.97 mi | Active |
| BOYDEN AVENUE SITE | 110004138086 | 2 mi | Active |
Action Required
Immediate action is required to protect your legal and housing rights in this high-risk zone. Contact the Eastern Environmental Law Center Inc to discuss local advocacy and potential litigation regarding site cleanup. For residents concerned about housing safety or displacement due to environmental hazards, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Additionally, elderly residents should reach out to the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for specialized assistance. These organizations provide the necessary resources to navigate the legal and health complexities of living near an active Superfund site.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- Ben Aryee FoundationEnvironmental
- Connection Earth IncEnvironmental
- Eastern Environmental Law Center IncEnvironmental
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.