Newark, New Jersey
Newark residents in ZIP 07195 face a critical hazard score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is a primary source of local danger. This site contains mercury, a heavy metal that can harm your health for years. Mercury can get into the ground and the air. High levels of this metal can damage your brain, nerves, and kidneys. With 47 toxic sites within five miles, pollution is a serious part of daily life in this area.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Newark residents in ZIP 07195 face a critical hazard score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is a primary source of local danger. This site contains mercury, a heavy metal that can harm your health for years. Mercury can get into the ground and the air. High levels of this metal can damage your brain, nerves, and kidneys. With 47 toxic sites within five miles, pollution is a serious part of daily life in this area.
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 should contact the Eastern Environmental Law Center Inc for assistance with environmental advocacy and legal rights regarding local contamination. For housing concerns related to environmental safety, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Vulnerable residents can also reach the County of Bergen Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for specialized support. These local resources help citizens navigate the health risks posed by the high density of Superfund sites in the Newark area and provide guidance on securing a safer living environment.
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.