Jersey City, New Jersey
Jersey City residents face a critical safety risk. The Alden Leeds Inc Fire Superfund site is located only 2.3 miles away. This location contains dangerous substances that can pollute the air you breathe and the soil in your yard. With seventy toxic sites within five miles, these hazards can affect your health over time. Contaminants may enter your home as dust or fumes. You must stay alert to local environment changes and avoid contact with industrial runoff to stay safe.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Jersey City residents face a critical safety risk. The Alden Leeds Inc Fire Superfund site is located only 2.3 miles away. This location contains dangerous substances that can pollute the air you breathe and the soil in your yard. With seventy toxic sites within five miles, these hazards can affect your health over time. Contaminants may enter your home as dust or fumes. You must stay alert to local environment changes and avoid contact with industrial runoff to stay safe.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| PJP LANDFILL | 110009299749 | 0.88 mi | Active |
| EIGHTH STREET SITE | 110009300470 | 1.06 mi | Active |
| CITY CHEMICAL CORP | 110004134268 | 1.13 mi | Active |
| SPARKLE CLEANERS | 110004191981 | 1.22 mi | Active |
| UNITED WATER | 110067039831 | 1.35 mi | Active |
| THE FORMER WHITLOCK CORDAGE CO FACILITY SITE | 110067039840 | 1.44 mi | Active |
| WOODWARD METAL PROCESSING | 110071100790 | 1.61 mi | Active |
| DYE SPECIALTIES INC | 110000562551 | 1.63 mi | Active |
| TURNPIKE DUMP #5 | 110071100712 | 1.63 mi | Active |
| PITTSBURGH METALS | 110004191259 | 1.75 mi | Active |
Action Required
You must take immediate steps to secure your living environment. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss your rights regarding environmental safety and housing quality. For additional support, reach out to the County of Bergen Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. You can also engage with the Climate Laboratory Philanthropy Corporation to learn about local environmental advocacy. These organizations provide the necessary resources to help you navigate the risks associated with living near the Alden Leeds Inc Fire site and other nearby hazardous locations.
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.