Nutley, NJ (07110) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07110

Nutley, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

The Nutley area faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The most significant threat is the Superfund site at 35 MLK BLVD, located 4.7 miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through soil and water. Living near sixty industrial waste sites means chemicals may affect the air you breathe or the ground where you play. These pollutants often stay in the environment for years, potentially impacting long-term health and safety in your neighborhood.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
35 MLK BLVD
Distance to Nearest
4.7 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
60
Sites Within 10 Miles
223
County
Essex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 35 MLK BLVD site, identified by EPA ID 110067349630, maintains an active status on the National Priorities List. With 60 hazardous sites within five miles, including Crompton Colors Inc and Superb Cleaners, the cumulative regulatory burden is high. Exposure pathways primarily include groundwater migration and soil vapor intrusion from legacy industrial activities. Residents face risks of respiratory issues and long-term systemic toxicity from unspecified hazardous substances. The EPA monitors these locations to mitigate the spread of pollutants into local aquifers. To defend against these risks, first, residents should utilize certified HEPA air filtration systems to reduce indoor particulate matter. Second, property owners must conduct regular testing of private well water or review municipal water quality reports for chemical spikes. Third, avoid disturbing soil in areas near historic industrial zones like Abrachem Chemical or L. Sonneborns Sons to prevent the inhalation of contaminated dust. Maintaining awareness of EPA remediation timelines is essential for community safety. Regulatory oversight ensures that containment strategies are updated, but the volume of 223 sites within ten miles necessitates constant personal vigilance and adherence to local health department advisories.

Threat Summary

The Nutley area faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The most significant threat is the Superfund site at 35 MLK BLVD, located 4.7 miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through soil and water. Living near sixty industrial waste sites means chemicals may affect the air you breathe or the ground where you play. These pollutants often stay in the environment for years, potentially impacting long-term health and safety in your neighborhood.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
CROMPTON COLORS INC1100298821610.92 miActive
L. SONNEBORNS SONS, INC.1100604897791.41 miActive
PICRIC ACID EMERGENCY RESPONSE1100248982531.69 miActive
ABRACHEM CHEMICAL1100157046651.92 miActive
SUPERB CLEANERS1100041585172.03 miActive
THIRD WARD PARK PHARMACEUTICAL RELEASE1100712563442.25 miActive
TRUCKERS WAREHOUSE, INC.1100711000172.54 miActive
BENEDICT-MILLER, INC.1100092991422.69 miActive
SCHAIT AND SON DRY CLEANERS, INC.1100041559212.77 miActive
NORGE VILLAGE LAUNDROMAT AND CLEANERS1100147446422.84 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary due to the critical hazard level in Nutley. Residents seeking legal or environmental guidance should contact the Eastern Environmental Law Center Inc or the Ben Aryee Foundation. For housing-related safety concerns or fair housing assistance, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Seniors should reach out to the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to local authorities to ensure continued monitoring of the 35 MLK BLVD site.

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
  • 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.

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