Jersey City, New Jersey
Jersey City residents in the 07304 area face a critical 10.0 hazard rating. The Alden Leeds Inc Fire Superfund site is the primary threat nearby. Hazardous substances from this and 75 other local sites can seep into the soil and air. This means toxins might enter your home as invisible dust or fumes. These chemicals can cause long-term health problems for children and adults. You must take specific steps to protect your household from these industrial environmental dangers.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Jersey City residents in the 07304 area face a critical 10.0 hazard rating. The Alden Leeds Inc Fire Superfund site is the primary threat nearby. Hazardous substances from this and 75 other local sites can seep into the soil and air. This means toxins might enter your home as invisible dust or fumes. These chemicals can cause long-term health problems for children and adults. You must take specific steps to protect your household from these industrial environmental dangers.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE FORMER WHITLOCK CORDAGE CO FACILITY SITE | 110067039840 | 0.14 mi | Active |
| WOODWARD METAL PROCESSING | 110071100790 | 0.3 mi | Active |
| TURNPIKE DUMP #5 | 110071100712 | 0.67 mi | Active |
| PITTSBURGH METALS | 110004191259 | 0.75 mi | Active |
| EIGHTH STREET SITE | 110009300470 | 1.09 mi | Active |
| BAYVIEW AVENUE DRUMS | 110042266963 | 1.1 mi | Active |
| JERSEY CITY CHROMIUM WASTE SITE | 110009300274 | 1.13 mi | Active |
| JERSEY CITY CHROMIUM WASTE SITE | 110009348508 | 1.15 mi | Active |
| JERSEY CITY CHROMIUM WASTE SITE | 110009300283 | 1.16 mi | Active |
| JERSEY CITY CHROMIUM WASTE SITE | 110009300309 | 1.39 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to address safety concerns regarding local environmental hazards and property standards. For senior citizens, the County of Bergen Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 offers guidance on health resources and safe housing. To support local cleanup advocacy, contact the Best Spaces Design Institute A Nj Nonprofit Corporation or Climate Defiance. These organizations focus on environmental health and community safety. Taking these steps ensures you have the professional support needed to navigate the risks associated with living near high-density Superfund sites.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- Best Spaces Design Institute A Nj Nonprofit CorporationEnvironmental
- Climate DefianceEnvironmental
- Climate Laboratory Philanthropy CorporationEnvironmental
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.