Newark, New Jersey
Newark ZIP 07188 faces a critical hazard score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is a major concern due to mercury contamination. Mercury is a dangerous heavy metal that can harm your brain and nervous system. With 47 hazardous sites within five miles, pollutants may move through soil or groundwater into your neighborhood. This contamination impacts daily life by requiring extra caution regarding local water sources and the safety of the soil in your backyard.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Newark ZIP 07188 faces a critical hazard score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is a major concern due to mercury contamination. Mercury is a dangerous heavy metal that can harm your brain and nervous system. With 47 hazardous sites within five miles, pollutants may move through soil or groundwater into your neighborhood. This contamination impacts daily life by requiring extra caution regarding local water sources and the safety of the soil in your backyard.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| WEST ORANGE MERCURY | 110040319651 | 0.57 mi | Active |
| ANDSON PLATING INCORPORATED | 110004166517 | 0.91 mi | Active |
| MONTCLAIR/WEST ORANGE RADIUM SITE | 110071100862 | 1.02 mi | Active |
| U.S. RADIUM CORP. | 110009300167 | 1.13 mi | Active |
| ORANGE VALLEY REGIONAL GROUND WATER CONTAMINATION | 110045396077 | 1.33 mi | Active |
| GLEN RIDGE RADIUM SITE | 110071100861 | 1.73 mi | Active |
| LEAD CABLES | 110071469048 | 1.99 mi | Active |
| EAST ORANGE RADIUM | 110071100342 | 2.66 mi | Active |
| VA NEW JERSEY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (EAST ORANGE CAMPUS) | 110017310266 | 2.7 mi | Active |
| FORMER A CORNFELD & CO., INC. | 110071100013 | 2.96 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Eastern Environmental Law Center Inc for guidance on local environmental rights and legal protections against industrial hazards. If you are concerned about how these environmental risks affect your housing safety or stability, reach out to the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Additionally, senior citizens should contact the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for specialized support and health resources. Proactive communication with these organizations ensures you receive the necessary assistance.
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.