Newark, New Jersey
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
Regulatory Overview
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 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 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 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.