Belleville, New Jersey
Belleville faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners site is a major concern nearby. Hazardous substances from this and 77 other sites within five miles can leak into the ground or air. These chemicals often stay in the soil for a long time. This means dust in your yard or fumes in your basement could be unsafe. You must be careful about touching local soil or breathing air near industrial zones.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Belleville faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners site is a major concern nearby. Hazardous substances from this and 77 other sites within five miles can leak into the ground or air. These chemicals often stay in the soil for a long time. This means dust in your yard or fumes in your basement could be unsafe. You must be careful about touching local soil or breathing air near industrial zones.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCCARTER HIGHWAY ABANDONED DRUMS | 110071313807 | 0.74 mi | Active |
| MAAS & WALDSTEIN CO FORMER | 110004139593 | 0.86 mi | Active |
| TRI-CITY CLEANERS | 110067039886 | 1.09 mi | Active |
| R & M CLEANERS | 110067039868 | 1.12 mi | Active |
| THE LAUNDRY ZONE | 110067039822 | 1.12 mi | Active |
| JOBAR PACKAGING INC. | 110009299302 | 1.2 mi | Active |
| RIVERSIDE INDUSTRIAL PARK | 110071100102 | 1.21 mi | Active |
| SUPERB CLEANERS | 110004158517 | 1.31 mi | Active |
| PLANET CLEANERS | 110063735686 | 1.41 mi | Active |
| SNOW WHITE LAUNDROMAT | 110067039617 | 1.41 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure safe housing and legal protection. Contact the Eastern Environmental Law Center Inc to discuss potential legal remedies or advocacy regarding local industrial contamination. For housing assistance and safety concerns, reach out to the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. If you are a senior citizen, contact the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for specialized support. These organizations provide the necessary framework for addressing environmental justice and securing a safer living environment in Belleville.
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.