Newark, NJ (07199) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07199

Newark, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Newark (07199) has a critical safety score of 10.0 out of 10. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is 3.9 miles away. This location is an active cleanup site containing high levels of mercury. Mercury is a heavy metal that can enter the air and water around you. For daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or eating fish caught in nearby waters. These toxins can hurt your brain and nervous system over time.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Mercury (Heavy Metal)
Nearest Superfund Site
1 HOUR MARTINIZING CLEANERS
Distance to Nearest
3.9 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
47
Sites Within 10 Miles
192
County
Essex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners site (EPA ID 110004254654) is currently listed on the National Priorities List as active. The primary contaminant of concern is mercury, which poses significant environmental and health risks. Exposure pathways include the inhalation of vapors, direct skin contact with contaminated soil, and ingestion of groundwater or local wildlife. Chronic mercury exposure can cause permanent damage to the kidneys, brain, and developing fetuses. Nearby sites like the Montclair/West Orange Radium Site and U.S. Radium Corp add further complexity with radiation hazards. To protect yourself, first avoid all unauthorized entry into areas marked with environmental warning signs. Second, use certified water filtration systems that are specifically rated to remove heavy metals like mercury. Third, wash your hands and shoes immediately after spending time outdoors to prevent tracking contaminated dust into your home. The Environmental Protection Agency continues to monitor these sites, but the high density of 192 sites within ten miles creates a cumulative risk profile that requires constant vigilance. Residents should stay informed by reviewing official EPA site progress reports and local air quality indices regularly to minimize the chance of accidental high-level exposure.

Threat Summary

Newark (07199) has a critical safety score of 10.0 out of 10. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is 3.9 miles away. This location is an active cleanup site containing high levels of mercury. Mercury is a heavy metal that can enter the air and water around you. For daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or eating fish caught in nearby waters. These toxins can hurt your brain and nervous system over time.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
WEST ORANGE MERCURY1100403196510.57 miActive
ANDSON PLATING INCORPORATED1100041665170.91 miActive
MONTCLAIR/WEST ORANGE RADIUM SITE1100711008621.02 miActive
U.S. RADIUM CORP.1100093001671.13 miActive
ORANGE VALLEY REGIONAL GROUND WATER CONTAMINATION1100453960771.33 miActive
GLEN RIDGE RADIUM SITE1100711008611.73 miActive
LEAD CABLES1100714690481.99 miActive
EAST ORANGE RADIUM1100711003422.66 miActive
VA NEW JERSEY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (EAST ORANGE CAMPUS)1100173102662.7 miActive
FORMER A CORNFELD & CO., INC.1100711000132.96 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their health and housing safety. Contact the Eastern Environmental Law Center Inc for legal guidance on environmental protections. For housing concerns related to these hazards, 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. These organizations provide the necessary resources to navigate the legal and social challenges of living near high-density Superfund zones and ensure your residence remains safe and compliant.

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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