Newark, New Jersey
Newark’s 07112 area has a critical hazard score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is only two miles away. Hazardous substances from this and 83 other local sites can contaminate soil, groundwater, and air. For daily life, this means chemicals may seep into basements or affect water sources. Families must be careful about touching soil or breathing fumes. These environmental threats require immediate attention to protect your long-term health and safety in this local neighborhood.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Newark’s 07112 area has a critical hazard score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is only two miles away. Hazardous substances from this and 83 other local sites can contaminate soil, groundwater, and air. For daily life, this means chemicals may seep into basements or affect water sources. Families must be careful about touching soil or breathing fumes. These environmental threats require immediate attention to protect your long-term health and safety in this local neighborhood.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAPPY FACE LAUNDROMAT | 110006441136 | 0.6 mi | Active |
| SNOW WHITE WASH AND DRY | 110067039653 | 0.64 mi | Active |
| ASTRO CLEANERS | 110067039671 | 0.66 mi | Active |
| JOYET DRY CLEANERS | 110067039680 | 0.67 mi | Active |
| NATIONAL CLEANING AND DYEING | 110067039699 | 0.71 mi | Active |
| SILSONIX CORP | 110001532048 | 0.83 mi | Active |
| IRVINGTON SMELTING & REFINING | 110071100248 | 0.89 mi | Active |
| WHITE CHEMICAL CORP. | 110001530987 | 1.11 mi | Active |
| BYRNE LABORATORIES | 110071100725 | 1.24 mi | Active |
| SETH BOYDEN TERRACE MERCURY INVESTIGATION | 110039020369 | 1.24 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact local organizations for advocacy and housing assistance. Reach out to the Eastern Environmental Law Center Inc for legal guidance regarding local pollution and environmental justice issues. For concerns regarding safe housing conditions and tenant rights near these hazardous sites, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Senior citizens requiring specialized support should call the County of Bergen Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. Engaging these resources is a vital step in securing professional oversight and protecting your household from the documented environmental risks in Newark.
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.